Spiel Posted February 20, 2013 Report Posted February 20, 2013 Been swamped in work lately with many of my customers looking for new rods for the upcoming ice out steelhead season. Thought I'd share a few of the many handles I have on the go.
lew Posted February 20, 2013 Report Posted February 20, 2013 Outstanding creations as always Chris !!
misfish Posted February 20, 2013 Report Posted February 20, 2013 (edited) That top one looks like it was made just right,the way the lines flow out from the seat.So even. I like the locking style rings.4 one down. Like you could use a key wrench to tighten them. Nice work as always Chris. Now stop it,You know I want one,but will have to wait. Edited February 20, 2013 by Misfish
RDR Posted February 21, 2013 Report Posted February 21, 2013 Good stuff Mister. That's right, I'm here
mcdougy Posted February 21, 2013 Report Posted February 21, 2013 Good job, pride produces quality!!!!
mercman Posted February 21, 2013 Report Posted February 21, 2013 Artwork no doubt! I love the third from the top. What kind of wood is that. Looks blue.
Roy Posted February 21, 2013 Report Posted February 21, 2013 Artwork no doubt! I love the third from the top. What kind of wood is that. Looks blue. Paul, I believe Chris once said that it was big leaf maple dyed green.
Spiel Posted February 21, 2013 Author Report Posted February 21, 2013 Thanks everyone, very much appreciated. Paul, I believe Chris once said that it was big leaf maple dyed green. I do use that Roy but not this time, it's blue dyed Box Elder Burl. To note I can't take credit for any of the wood work this time, it was all done by my good friend John Collina.
mercman Posted February 21, 2013 Report Posted February 21, 2013 (edited) Thanks everyone, very much appreciated. I do use that Roy but not this time, it's blue dyed Box Elder Burl. To note I can't take credit for any of the wood work this time, it was all done by my good friend John Collina. You are too modest Spiel Paint is just paint, before you put it on canvas Edited February 21, 2013 by mercman
Roy Posted February 21, 2013 Report Posted February 21, 2013 How ironic, Chris! It took the mere mention of maple to get you out of the woodwork!
Spiel Posted February 21, 2013 Author Report Posted February 21, 2013 Good stuff Mister. That's right, I'm here Nice to see you finally posting here my friend (stalker), guess I've no where to hide now.
RDR Posted February 21, 2013 Report Posted February 21, 2013 Ya, that's me the "Stalker" You can't run! so there is nowhere to hide now I just wanted to say "Hi" to all. This is a great board, with an endless wealth of information Rick
grimsbylander Posted February 26, 2013 Report Posted February 26, 2013 Hey Chris just wanted to thank you for fixing up my rod I shortened accidentally last fall. Great meeting you and spending an hour learning and seeing some of your craftsmanship. If anyone is wondering, those pictures don't do the rods justice. They're even more beautiful in person and feel amazing in your hand. Thanks again!! Dave
pidge Posted February 26, 2013 Report Posted February 26, 2013 Jeeez nice talent, those look good Spiel. Pardon my ignorance, but do you sell these? I'm thinking of getting into some fly fishing this spring or summer, but the rod I got is a mighty old hand me down. Not that there's anything wrong with that, but thought I'd ask. I'm with Misfish, I like that black line in the grain on the top one. Nicely done once again.
Ralph Field Posted February 26, 2013 Report Posted February 26, 2013 Amazing handles ! You turn a mean reel seat.
Spiel Posted February 28, 2013 Author Report Posted February 28, 2013 Hey Chris just wanted to thank you for fixing up my rod I shortened accidentally last fall. Great meeting you and spending an hour learning and seeing some of your craftsmanship. If anyone is wondering, those pictures don't do the rods justice. They're even more beautiful in person and feel amazing in your hand. Thanks again!! Dave You are very welcome Dave. It was nice to meet you and I'm happy I was able to fix you up. You know where I'm at, don't be a stranger. Jeeez nice talent, those look good Spiel. Pardon my ignorance, but do you sell these? I'm thinking of getting into some fly fishing this spring or summer, but the rod I got is a mighty old hand me down. Not that there's anything wrong with that, but thought I'd ask. I'm with Misfish, I like that black line in the grain on the top one. Nicely done once again. Yes Pidge, I do ( http://ontariofishingcommunity.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=62475 ). Kind of a hobby gone out of control. Amazing handles ! You turn a mean reel seat. Thank you but as I've mentioned before all (well almost all) of my seats are turned by friend JC.
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