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FOREST AND STREAM 
OCTOBER, 1917 
What a 
wonderful 
Christmas 
Present this 
would be! 
Here are five of the finest rods and 
reels ever produced by one of the 
world's most successful fishing tackle 
manufacturers. The most fastidious 
angler could not wish for a finer outfit. 
Reading from the top down the first is y 
‘Bristol” No. 11 “all-purpose” rod known 
all over the world ; price $4. 50 to $6.25. The 
reel is a Meek Blue Grass No. 5, powerful, 
quadruple multiplier, gear - balanced handle, 
click and drag, very reliable; price $15.00. 
The second is a “Bristol” No. 33 light, short 
bait casting rod, very popular; price $12.00. The 
reel is a No. 25 Meek Blue Grass “quick-demount¬ 
able” ; price $10.00. 
The third is a “Bristol” De Luxe bait casting rod, 
silk wound, waterproofed, exquisitely finished, full jew¬ 
eled agate mountings, extra tip with agate; in glove 
leather silk-lined washable case; price $25.00. The reel ts 
a No. 3 Meek Tournament Casting, full jeweled with cork 
wood arbor; price $33.00. 
The fourth is a “Bristol” No. 8 — 10 ft. fly rod, $4.50 to 
$6.25. The reel is a Meek Blue Grass No. 33; price $7. 50. 
The fifth is a “Bristol” De Luxe fly rod, silk wound, water 
proofed, extra tip with agate guides; in washable glove leather silk- 
lined case; price $25.00. The reel is a Meek No. 2, jeweled pivor 
bearings; price $32.00. 
This outfit at $172.00 can be had of your sporting goods dealer. 
What a wonderful Christmas present this would be! 
If your dealer does not seem interested in getting this outfit for you, 
we will supply you by mail at no extra cost. 
Write for Illustrated “Bristol” and Meek Catalogues. 
The beautiful “ Bristol" 1918 Art Calendar is ready—the subject 
this year is especially attractive. Sent only on receipt of 15c. 
THE HORTON MFC. GO. 
M HORTON STREET BRISTOL. CONN. 
Pacific Coast Branch: Phil B. Bfkkart Co., 717 Market Street, San Francisco 
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