130 Sailfisher, a bit different!

[bill19803]

 Broadway     Lou  is never gonna  finish  all of  our handles   because  we   will never  finish  creating  reels   that   need and  deserve   the beauty of a lou  knob

[theswimmer]

VERY nice work Lou!
I would display as it is.
I like the contrast of gold on silver....
Best,
Jonathan

[Shark Hunter]

I like the Silver and Gold look.
Great Job Lou.

[Maxed Out]

Stunning work Lou

Most people see an extinct reel and parts rare as hens teeth, but you just open a couple drawers and build a rare reel like its a walk in the park. My hat's off to you Mr M.

-Ted

[pounder21366]

That looks badass!

[pompano joe]

Love it as is Lou!  How did you remove the remaining chrome?  Did you clear coat the finished metal pieces?

[STRIPER LOU]

Joe, I used emery cloth and several grades of wet or dry sandpaper up to 1500g. Lots of elbow grease and White Diamond polish. I didn't clear coat but used a good grade of aircraft wax on all the exposed brass.
Its gonna be a shelfie.

Of course the rings and spool were done in the same way but the lathe really helped speed up the process.

Its seems to draw a lot of attention at the shop. Everyone is curious.

Have a great evening,  ..  Lou

[Cor]

looks very nice like that!

[pompano joe]

Thanks for your reply Lou!  I appreciate you sharing your expertise and stellar work!

Joe, I used emery cloth and several grades of wet or dry sandpaper up to 1500g. Lots of elbow grease and White Diamond polish. I didn't clear coat but used a good grade of aircraft wax on all the exposed brass.
Its gonna be a shelfie.

Of course the rings and spool were done in the same way but the lathe really helped speed up the process.

Its seems to draw a lot of attention at the shop. Everyone is curious.

Have a great evening,  ..  Lou