Spiel Posted September 20 Report Posted September 20 A year ago this coming October I made a one of a kind reel seat and butt cap from a Blue Spruce cone. They ended up on a Walleye rod for my SIL. Well I have been tasked with doing it again for Sage Float Rod build. First time...... And round two fresh out of the pressure vessel this morning..... 6
Barry Willis Posted September 20 Report Posted September 20 Very nice Spiel. Can't wait to see the end result. 1
Spiel Posted September 23 Author Report Posted September 23 A little progress this morning until I ran out of a much needed product. 4
Barry Willis Posted September 23 Report Posted September 23 Man, I can't believe what you have done with this already Spiel, Hell, I'd be happy with it just the way it is. I was thinking about your much needed product maybe being epoxy but it appears your past that stage if in fact you use it, so I am wondering if it has something to do with the finish. You kinda left us in suspense here LOL.
Spiel Posted September 24 Author Report Posted September 24 11 hours ago, Barry Willis said: Man, I can't believe what you have done with this already Spiel, Hell, I'd be happy with it just the way it is. I was thinking about your much needed product maybe being epoxy but it appears your past that stage if in fact you use it, so I am wondering if it has something to do with the finish. You kinda left us in suspense here LOL. I need more of this Barry, it's what gives my reel seats a hard coat, high shine finish ...... 2
HTHM Posted September 24 Report Posted September 24 Stockroom supply in Wainfleet, https://stockroomsupply.com/ 1
Spiel Posted September 25 Author Report Posted September 25 On 9/24/2024 at 10:09 AM, HTHM said: Stockroom supply in Wainfleet, https://stockroomsupply.com/ Thanks HTHM, but after having tried numerous brands the one above is the only one I will use as it's proven to be the best brand for my needs.
Spiel Posted October 2 Author Report Posted October 2 So today's progress has me to this point and the option for the customer to choose between light bronze or dark bronze reel seat hardware. Until he responds, the shop lights are off for the rest of the day and I have some Walleye ready to cook up for dinner. 2
Barry Willis Posted October 2 Report Posted October 2 I can not get over your craftsmanship Spiel, I wish I had your talent and know how. You never mentioned when dinner was going to be ready. I can barely remember the last time I had a big scoff of Walleye, it and Halibut being my favorite. 1
Spiel Posted October 3 Author Report Posted October 3 9 hours ago, Barry Willis said: I can not get over your craftsmanship Spiel, I wish I had your talent and know how. You never mentioned when dinner was going to be ready. I can barely remember the last time I had a big scoff of Walleye, it and Halibut being my favorite. Thank you Barry. FYI, the Walleye fillets (all 5) were delish, mind you I'd happily trade them for Halibut any time. 1
John Posted October 3 Report Posted October 3 18 hours ago, Spiel said: So today's progress has me to this point and the option for the customer to choose between light bronze or dark bronze reel seat hardware. Until he responds, the shop lights are off for the rest of the day and I have some Walleye ready to cook up for dinner.
Spiel Posted October 3 Author Report Posted October 3 3 hours ago, John said: Dark for sure Chris... And Dark was indeed what my customer chose John.
Spiel Posted October 3 Author Report Posted October 3 Due to the nature of the cone itself along with my router bit rotation in the same direction of the cross feed, tear out's are a big issue. Taking micro bites at a time and dropping in quick dry CA into the tear outs I was able to successfully finish this seat which is now clamped with the Dark Bronze hardware as per the customer's request. That's enough stressing for today! A quick break off my feet (and a beer) and then out for Gordie's third walk of the day, spoiled dog. 1
Spiel Posted October 4 Author Report Posted October 4 Just finished the Blue Spruce Cone handle and awaiting customer approval for installation onto the rod blank. 2
Spiel Posted October 4 Author Report Posted October 4 4 minutes ago, 12 Volt Man said: look awesome! Thank you.
misfish Posted October 4 Report Posted October 4 Very nice. Glad to see cork . Hate this carbon stuff that been going around.
Spiel Posted October 5 Author Report Posted October 5 14 hours ago, strik said: Unbelievable Well done Thank you. 13 hours ago, HTHM said: Looks great Chris! Thank you Albert. 13 hours ago, misfish said: Very nice. Glad to see cork . Hate this carbon stuff that been going around. Thanks Brian. IMO quality natural cork is the nicest choice every time. Mind you I did do a carbon grip from scratch once for a friend. He was thrilled with it. 1
John Posted October 5 Report Posted October 5 Work of art Chris, wouldn't expect anything less from you...🎣 Seems about time for breaky, or lunch, or dinner to catch up. Would love to see that handsome pup of yours. 1
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now