St. Augustine, Fla. — Have you ever wondered about the value of that old tackle box your grandpa left you? Or what about that old rod and reel combo gathering dust in the attic? Or perhaps that vintage outboard in the back of the garage? Well, here's your chance to find out.
Announcing the 3rd Annual Florida International Antique Tackle Show, hosted by the Florida Antique Tackle Collectors (F.A.T.C.), February 21—23, 2025.
Truly an international event, this show attracts collectors from around the world — all attending to buy, sell and trade vintage fishing tackle.
This unique, exhibition will be held at the Renaissance Hotel & Conference Center, at World Golf Village in St. Augustine, Fla. — America’s Oldest City. There you will see more than 15,000 square feet of vintage fishing tackle displays, including rare lures, reels, rods, creels, and other fishing related memorabilia and ephemera.
The public is welcome to attend at a nominal cost of $5 per adult, children under 12 admitted free. Once inside, visitors can either browse or buy from the many show vendors, or receive free appraisals for their old tackle and other fishing related items. Those interested in selling are welcome to consign their items to our Saturday night auction, where hardcore collectors bid aggressively.
Public show times are Friday & Saturday 9am–4pm. For press passes, directions, and additional information, call show host Jim Berglund 904-303-6503, or email him at thetackleshackflorida@yahoo.com
The F.A.T.C. is a non-profit organization interested in the preservation of vintage fishing tackle and is fully committed to educating the public on its rarity, collectability and historical significance. To see our mission statement, please visit www.fatc.net.
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