Time is the trade through which we decide the value of items either created or owned.
A classic is something that defies the test of time, and becomes a treasure sought after many years later.
It's these old pieces of our past that send a spark of nostalgia to a simpler time, and antique fishing equipment is no exception to this.
Whether you're young or old, beginner or professional, collecting antique fishing equipment can develop into a driving passion.
Believe me! Antique fishing equipment can also include a wide variety of items, not just the rod, reel or tackle.
Several collectors delve into all things angling, collecting objects like fishing licenses form the 1930s and earlier.
It is really up to the collector what items he or she wishes to own, but there is no doubt whatsoever that there is a myriad antique fishing equipment around the world for anyone who wishes to collect a valuable piece of history.
Vintage reels are a common item wanted by serious collectors and are highly sought after by many collectors.
Before the availability of stronger metal alloys, older reels were made out of a variety of metals including brass, iron and steel.
Not only were they made of different kinds of metals than they are now, but they were also made in a variety of many different styles.
Each of these unique designs had their flaws, and thus lost their usability when newer models came out.
But even though they aren't practical any more perhaps, antique reels are both unique and beautiful.
And possibly valuable.
Another item of antique fishing equipment is the bobber used before the conversion to Styrofoam was made standard.
Old bobbers were made from a variety of materials, although usually they were made from the same material that is used to close wine bottles.
You guessed it, old bobbers were made of cork.
Bobbers are not nearly as sought after as antique reels, but still have their own value.
Probably the second most sought after items of antique fishing equipment are the lures that were used before the 1970s.
Older vintage lures were manufactured with a bit more flair than they are today.
Antique lures sometimes copied the fish to an almost exact degree.
It is for this reason that they are so desirable amongst collectors.
So if your passion is angling and you have a love for the past, collecting antique fishing equipment may be an exciting pastime for you.
There are a thousand and more treasures out there waiting for you, all you need is a little desire and an affinity for classics to find all the antiques that stood the test of time.