Working on Reels Today

[foakes]

Working on the backlog of reels sent in from anglers around the world today.

I keep a table behind the bench where I stack up reels that I service and/or build, in between the time reel parts are being cleaned in the US cleaner, or when I need a pleasant break —- most of which are available for sale.  A few are for my personal enjoyment.

Recent builds and services include Penns, DAM Quicks, Mitchell's, Daiwas.  All are as new.

A few brand new DQ 220's, new DQ 265 Microlites, DQ 110 Microlites, a DQ 5001, a DQ 2000, a DQ 550N, a high speed Mitchell 406, some Penn Greenies, some Penn Z ultralights, a Penn 714, 716, a couple of 710's, a 750SS, Daiwa gold Mini-Mite, Daiwa silver tiny 500C, plus a few others.

Also decided to build out some custom Penns such as the 20/0, 4 Jigmasters, a Squidder Jr. —- these are from Tom & Randy, with help on parts from Daron.  These are personal reels to build and enjoy.

Backlog is down to about 20 reels, plus parts orders.  So it is becoming a smoother assembly line and bench operation.

Chipper is a great help.  She keeps an eye on any parts I might drop.

Best, Fred

[CincyDavid]

I desperately need to set up a bench with LOTS of light so I can see what the heck I'm doing with these reels. As it stands now I just use my desk and the light's not great...and there's a carpet on the floor so missing pieces tend to stay missing.

[OhReely]

Wow, I never imagined.....

[foakes]

My main bench in the little upstairs shop where most of the reel work is done is a little over 8'X 3'.

I installed lights above the bench so that there is plenty of light with no shading.  LED'S, variable intensity dimmer switch.

Makes work pleasant as well as quicker.

Best, Fred

[quang tran]

Like the way you hang the reel up ,I putting reel on narrow shelf and have reel fell out while taking other reel out

[Shark Hunter]

I think I see my Daiwa Micro in there.

[foakes]

Yep, Daron —-

Your Daiwa 500C and your green Cardinal  3.

Just need to install a bunch of new parts on the Cardinal 3.

Best, Fred

[Joel.B]

Can we see some more of the little one in the red chair?

I'd drive down there just to hang out with that guy. That's a quality friend right there. Tell him I said hi.

[Gfish]

Those peg-boards ain't fancy, but they are reel handy.

[foakes]

Can we see some more of the little one in the red chair?

I'd drive down there just to hang out with that guy. That's a quality friend right there. Tell him I said hi.

That is Chipper.  After Spud passed on about 3 years ago, Chipper adopted us.  She is very smart.  We were also very fortunate.

She was 3 years old then, and belonged to a couple that were divorcing.  And it was the husband's dog, the wife had another dog, and did not want two dogs.  The husband was moving to a place in the Midwest, and was not sure he could take care of a dog properly, I guess.  He placed her with a re-homing service.  We found her online —- and she travels with us in the vehicles & travel trailer.  She is very smart & obedient.  Knows commands, heels well, loves to play ball, gets along great with our 3 cats, and asks to go out to do her business.

She loves our home and family.

Best, Fred

[Joel.B]

Well I just love Chipper.

Thanks for sharing her with me Fred.