Everols

[cwillis85]

I agree with adding the washer, just need to find it, more accurately, find time to look for it.

I am also a fan of the simplicity of the handle, it compliments the reel well in my opinion.

It just is a hand worked piece, so the corners aren't quite symmetrical and the epoxy gave me fits, but overall it looks good enough and I love it on this reel. Fits the era.

Thanks for the kind words, I am pleased with my bargain bin everol, can't wait to spool it up and fish it.

[thorhammer]

Very nice work Chris! Can you explain how you did the knob shaft? I've been wanting to that with a piece of cherry from the cabin, and have the blade down, but haven't been able to come up with a shaft to my liking and I don't have a lathe (or lathe skill, more importantly).

John

[Alto Mare]

Beautiful job Chris and you've used simple tool to create it. I like it very much, it would look great on any reel.

Sal

[mhc]

Nice work Chris - it looks good, it's functional and has your personal touch. Don't get hung up on the slight imperfections, that's the signature of hand made pieces.

Mike

[cwillis85]

John, the shaft is simply a bolt. I epoxied it in the blade and cinched it with a nut. I then epoxies the threads up to where the nut would thread on. Took and sanded and polished the bolt and epoxy smooth. Only time will tell for strength but I believe it will be fine, it feels stout. Worse case I will keep the spare original I have on order in the tackle box for emergencies but this will get this beauty fishing. I wish I had a better design for that shaft though

[thorhammer]

Noted, thanks. let me know how it does. I've been hunting really beefy binding posts  / screws for a log time, and found some SS, but not really configured exactly how I want. I love the knife-style tang in it. thats bad to the bone.

[bhale1]

X2 on what John said....love that handle. I only have one custom made hunting knife, and that handle reminds me of it! I'd rather catch a fish on something I made, than the fanciest aftermarket handle ever!!!! ....same way  I felt when I used to fly fish much more...simple satisfaction catching a nice trout on something I created!! Great job!
Brett

[Shark Hunter]

The day has finally Come!
Iron Man!!!!

[54bullseye]

She is a beauty !!!  Did you see the one on the bay    John Taylor

[Swami805]

Impressive doesn't begin to describe it, That's insane Daron

[Jerseymic]

That is some mighty fishing tool buddy.

Mike.

[broadway]

Congrats on iron man, D!
You may have to come out with an Avengers set.
Enjoy your newest, bad boy pal.
Good things come to those who wait.
Dom

[Alto Mare]

What a beaut! I know you didn't put him down yet, if you did, you probably picked it right back up.
I feel your excitement buddy...enjoy that beast!

Sal

[thorhammer]

whoa Nelly! time for new profile pic with double dumbells!

[cwillis85]

That definitely looks worth the wait. What a beauty