A lifetime collection of fishing items is going under the Charterhouse gavel in their specialist auction of Country Pursuits in Sherborne on Wednesday 1st April.

“The owner has been a collector all his life and a keen fisherman from an early age.” Commented Richard Bromell. “But with interests changing and looking to spend more time abroad he has decided now is the time to let others else enjoy his collection, with the exception of the very first fishing reel he purchased which has been given to his daughter.”

Items in the collection include Victorian fishing reels, rods, creels, gaffs, pictures, books and just about anything relating to fishing. However, perhaps one of the more unusual items is a 19th century taxidermy otter, perhaps a nod to one of the greatest fish-catchers known!

With lots estimated from £50 to several hundreds of pounds there is something for everyone whether new to collecting or a seasoned collector.

Further entries are now being invited for this hunting, shooting and fishing specialist auction. Richard Bromell and the team at Charterhouse, The Long Street Salerooms, Sherborne are available for valuations on 01935 812277 or via rb@charterhouse-auction.com

A display of Victorian fishing reel and books on fishing in the house