vintage 1970s St. Croix Fishing Machine, featuring a telescoping 5ft Rod /reel1/6
St. Croix

St. Croix Fishing Machine Under 6ft Telescopic Rod Multi-purpose

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About this rod

The St. Croix Fishing Machine is a vintage portable telescopic rod and enclosed reel combo released by the St. Croix Corporation around 1976, designed similarly to competitors like the popular Ronco Pocket Fisherman.

Design and FeaturesTelescopic Rod: Extends out to roughly 59 inches (nearly 5 feet) and collapses down compactly into its integrated housing/handle assembly.Built-in Rangefinder: Features a unique mechanical rangefinder pin mechanism on the front face of the reel housing. When flipped forward after an accurate cast, it limits line release so subsequent casts match the same distance.

Good condition, as per pictures
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AlrightRod classification

Rod overview

Rod typeTelescopic rod
ModelFishing Machine
Fishing disciplineMulti-purpose

Dimensions & performance

Rod lengthUnder 6 ft
Number of sectionsTelescopic

Compatibility

Reel compatibilityClosed-face reel

Included items

Accessories includedReel

Condition & history

Condition detailGood used condition
Era1970s
Production statusVintage
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ConditionUsed
Buy it nowNo
AuctionNo
Best offerYes
Listed30 Jul 2026

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