Vintage Johnson Reels

The Century

Model 100, 100A, and 100B

The “Century” was the first of the non-sidewinder reels put out by Johnson. It was first introduced in 1955, and continues in various forms today. The first patent (#2862679) was filed on Dec. 6, 1955 and issued on Dec. 2, 1958. There are 3 basic models with 48 recognized variants. Click the links on the left to view the identification characteristics of each model.

We recognize 19 points on the reel for identification of any model of the Century:

o       Drag Knob

o       Drag Dial

o       Bearing

o       Spool

o       Spool Clip

o       Drag Shoe

o       Pickup Spring

o       Rotor

o       Crank Handle

o       Handle Nut

o       Push Control Lever

o       Cover Vents

o       Cover Stripe

o       Cover Line Grommet

o       Artwork Style

o       L/R Location

o       Plate Screw Orientation

o       Plate Screw Type

o       Housing

Model 100

Model 100A

Model 100B

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