Antique Leather Fishing Tackle Case by Farlow & Co (SOLD)

An exceptional leather fishing tackle case made by the renown fishing company, Farlow & Co. The interior is lined in traditional green baize with a lift out leather bound tray. The lid is fitted with two wrap round leather straps to which the carry handle is attached. The case is embossed with the makers mark “C.Farlow & Co. Ltd. 10 Charles St, St. James”, above the brass lock. C1894

Charles Farlow started his game fishing tackle business in 1840. He traded under the name C. Farlow at 221, The Strand, London. In 1852 the local authority changed the address to 191, The Strand. In around 1885 he started to trade under the business name C. Farlow & Co. and operated with that name until it became a limited company in 1894. Upon his death in 1895 two sons Charles Paas and John Ambrose took over and became joint governing directors.

This Fishing case is in superb original condition, would make a lovely addition to any collection or as a display piece.

Dimensions: H: 25cm W: 51cm D: 33.5cm