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Up for sale is a spectacular, unsearched time-capsule estate lot! This is a complete vintage 1970s/1980s sportsman\'s setup belonging to a single individual, combining authentic military history with classic American fishing folk charm. Everything pictured was discovered together and is included in this single sale.
Included in this Mega Lot:
• US Military M17A2 Protective Mask Carrier: Authentic Vietnam/Cold War era canvas shoulder bag stenciled with the serviceman\'s last name, \"Pierce\". Features the original clear plastic ID window, internal rubberized roll-top waterproof sleeve, tactical leg-tie metal grommets, and the original adjustable canvas shoulder strap with metal spring clips.
• Vintage B.A.S.S. Clothing Patch: An original, highly collectible 1970s/1980s Bass Anglers Sportsman Society embroidered patch carefully stitched by the veteran directly onto the front flap.
• Vintage Rapala J. Marttiini Fillet Knife: Legendary handcrafted wooden-handle fishing knife made in Finland. Comes inside its original tooled leather sheath which is also hand-inscribed with the matching last name \"PIERCE\".
• Detty’s Fish Gripper: Authentic vintage aluminum Detty\'s patented fish gripper/scaler multi-tool featuring its iconic red-dipped handles and crisp Lancaster, PA stamping.
• Vintage Crescent Fish Scaler: A classic mid-century stamped steel utility scaler, gutting knife, and cleaning spoon combo.
• Loaded Fly Fishing Box: A 6-compartment utility box packed with approximately 30 hand-tied fly fishing hooks/lures in multiple patterns.
• Bullet Weights Solid Core Lead Sinker Wire: A large, partially used vintage roll (approx. 1/2 to 3/4 full) of premium 3/16\" diameter solid core lead wire sinker line.
• Vintage Danielson Snelled Hooks: Two original vintage retail cards of Danielson Size 6 nylon snelled bait-holder hooks in classic retro blue-and-white packaging.
• Assorted Fishing Bobbers: A bonus bagged lot of 6 classic red-and-white plastic push-button bobbers in varying sizes.
• Vintage Woven Cotton Fish Stringer: A classic period-correct braided rope stringer used for securing a daily catch directly to a boat or riverbank.
• Maxima Leader Line Spools: Two vintage spools of premium German-made Maxima monofilament fishing leader line.
• Vintage Cutter Snake Bite Kit: Classic pocket-sized yellow rubber capsule kit containing its original instructions, constrictor string, and a 0.5cc povidone-iodine glass ampoule.
Condition:
Everything in this lot is in good, rugged, authentic vintage condition. The canvas bag shows a fantastic natural field-used patina with some fading to the military ink stamps. All mechanical hardware, buckles, and tool pivot points function exactly as they should.
Regulatory Safety Disclaimer:
The included vintage Cutter snake bite kit contains an expired, decades-old povidone-iodine glass ampoule and outdated emergency documentation. This component is sold STRICTLY AS A HISTORICAL CURIOSITY AND COLLECTIBLE DISPLAY ITEM ONLY. The internal contents are completely expired and not intended for any modern medical or first-aid use.
Please review all photos for exact condition, markings, and contents. An incredible all-in-one estate find perfect for display or use! Ships quickly and securely.
