Johnson Reel Collectors Assn. (J.R.C.A.) since 10/10/14
Johnson Century Pro Models => Model 345 (1982-1984) => Topic started by: Huckster37 on January 10, 2017, 07:49:09 PM
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I acquired a 2nd Century Pro and found a couple differences.
1. You'll notice the one on the left has a glossy red front cap. The one on the right has a matte (having a dull or lusterless surface) red cap.
2. The one on the left has a metal tag above the push button that says Johnson. The one on the right has Johnson GRAPHITE and a fish logo stamped on the plastic above the push button.
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I've found a third style, it's the same as the one with the Johnson GRAPHITE and a fish logo stamped on the plastic above the push button. This one has a star drag. These reels were only in the 83 & 84 catalogs, so the million dollar question is: did Johnson put this star drag on or did someone add it at a later date?
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All three appear to be in great shape
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Dennis, I have a NIB 345 and your post made me curious. So I dug mine out to look at it. It has the round drag knob. I also posted the owners manual that is with it which also shows the round knob. And if I am reading the numbers correctly, it was published in 1983. And in looking at the 1990 and 1992 parts catalogs you posted, they also have the round knob. So a fun thing to ponder about the star drag. If I had to guess, I would pick Johnson put it on using up parts at end of production run. Not sure why someone would switch out round knob for the star. But who knows.
Gary, I would offer up that Dennis is the most prolific master of reel collecting and finding various versions!
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With the honorary title of Grand Poobah?
;D
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How about the title of Grand Reel Hunter?