Welcome to PhantomFisher the online resource dedicated to the collection, preservation and maintenance of vintage Daiwa fixed spool fishing reels. Daiwa started manufacturing fishing tackle at their factory in Japan in 1958 this early production targeting the Japanese market. It wasn't until 1966 that the company started selling their high quality fishing tackle to the USA and European markets. In the UK Daiwa fishing tackle was initially distributed by the famous Milbro Sports company, however in 1977 Daiwa Sports Ltd started manufacturing and supplying fishing tackle designed for the British angler from it's newly built rod making plant at Wishaw (near Glasgow) Scotland. If you would like to view a more detailed history of the company then click the Daiwa History button.

Drop Dead Gorgeous!

Daiwa Custom Red 95

This is a truly beautiful reel with a deep burgundy paint finish to the body and eye catching chrome plated spool and handle. It has a very classic 60s American look however I suspect it was made in the mid 70s. As with many of the early Daiwa fixed spool reels,  information relating to their technical specifications and year of manufacture can be difficult to come by and the 'Custom' series is no exception. For more information and images of the Custom Red 95, please click on the image.

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