16/0

Shark Hunter · September 26, 2015, 04:46:34 AM

I finally scored a second 16/0. I have been looking for one for over a year.
The rings have some light pitting and the stand has some brassing, but overall, it is in great condition.
No cracks in the rings and I'm guessing that spool was replaced at some point a long time ago.
These are getting hard to find at a decent price in good shape.
The spool is the Holy Grail. It still has the sticker on it.

I'm going to hot rod it. Insert from Adam, ss sleeve from Tom, ss double dogs from Lee. New ss gears from Scott's and stainless posts. Spool it with 200 lb mono and wait for Jaws!

Tightlines667 · September 26, 2015, 05:06:55 AM

Nice find Daron.

1000yds of 130lb mono, and it only weighs in at 11 lbs unspooled. That beast should give you plenty of capacity when fishing monsters from a fixed point. You may need a fighting chair or similar to handle her in an extended fight, or have a friend to pass the rod off to at the ready.

Shark Hunter · September 26, 2015, 05:26:10 AM

Thanks John,
I will fish this Monster. Its smaller than my 18/0 Everol, but this is the biggest reel Penn ever made.
The other one I have is Pristine. This one will go to the Beach with me.
Probably 15 pounds of reel after its spooled. Jaws, Come at me!

Alto Mare · September 26, 2015, 05:35:18 AM

Nice!...make sure no one is home when you're doing the double dog on that baby, you don't need any distractions

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Shark Hunter · September 26, 2015, 07:22:09 PM

I opened her up last night before bed. I still need to leave the seller positive feedback.
He told me the reel belonged to his father in law. I hit the Jackpot.
Chromed bridge with alignment lip and steel gears that are pristine. He really took care of her.
Still has the original asbestos stack with no wear on them. Looks all original. Score!

Dominick · September 26, 2015, 08:26:23 PM

Congratulations it's a beauty. Are you going to DD it? Sal sounds nervous.

Dominick

Shark Hunter · September 26, 2015, 08:54:03 PM

I'm cutting the plate tonight Dominick. I will post pics later. I have a lot of plates to cut.
Mr. Hyrinuk asked me to do some for him. I will try to hold off on the suds.

I think the sprung dog plates are easier to cut. I can understand why Sal is Nervous. A 16/0 plate is not cheap to replace.

Shark Hunter · September 27, 2015, 07:20:33 AM

16/0 and 14/0 plate ready to be cut for double dogs.

I had an unexpected surprise when putting the finishing touches on the 16/0 plate. My Dremel let out a few sparks and made a funny noise. I let it cool off. I went to start it again and it started smoking immediately and burst into flames. I unplugged it and threw it into the driveway.
That thing only lasted 10 years. Had to run down to Wally World and pick up another.
Plates all done.
Out with the old, In with the new. Everything polished and cleaned. Its late. I'll finish her up tomorrow.

mizmo67 · September 27, 2015, 02:49:53 PM

Wow, Daron, you scored!

It's in really great shape and with all the tweeks, it'll be awesome.

Jerseymic · September 27, 2015, 04:30:23 PM

Nice one buddy, I'm drooling!

Dominick · September 27, 2015, 08:03:55 PM

Now that is a sign of a steady hand. Good job Daron. Dominick

thorhammer · September 27, 2015, 10:09:03 PM

Nice work Shark!

Shark Hunter · September 28, 2015, 04:18:21 AM

Wrapping this build up. New SS Gears, Insert, Double dogs, SS Sleeve, SS Posts.
16/0 ready to go!

Tightlines667 · September 28, 2015, 05:56:43 AM

As always...nice job Daron!

I didn't know SS posts were available for the 16/0. Have you been using Delron on top of the stack as well?

foakes · September 28, 2015, 02:17:39 PM

This is my definition of an experienced Master Reelsmith --

He knew what he had after breaking it open --

Planned key upgrades based on his future usage and experience as to the best improvements out there.

Got it done.

No drama -- just solid results that will enable this reel to handle any large species it is put up against.

Well done, as always, Daron.

Best,

Fred