Quick 331N Right to Left

foakes · January 20, 2026, 10:28:02 PM

Really, not a problem or a big deal —-

Guy probably made the right call from his point of view.

I respect that. I was just trying to help by replying promptly to his request, and also doing a little to show and explain the procedure and the part to other members.

A DQ 331N High Speed reel is fairly rare.

So if $8 + maybe $10 shipping, and a small percentage for a tariff —- maybe — is a deal breaker...then he likely wouldn't appreciate the reel anyway.

Easy enough for me to toss the part back in the parts bin.

This is not done for the $$$ —- it is done to get a quality and solid vintage reel back on the water, for the angler to both enjoy and appreciate. Most folks might think this is corny, or foolish on my part —- but it works to my satisfaction. And many members and anglers worldwide —- do appreciate the service.

I was just glad he responded, and didn't ignore the offer. That helps to clear the bench of a loose part!

Best, Fred

oldmanjoe · January 21, 2026, 12:02:34 AM

From his point of view most likely , 18 dollars is 24.90 Canadian plus what ever the new tariffs are on top of that . He can buy another reel for that kind of money . He may also find the part on Canadian E bay or other markets . And he did not leave you hanging as a member with less than 10 posts !!

Gambler05 · January 21, 2026, 09:57:07 PM

Hey sorry if some guys think i did something bad but like oldmanjoe said it's not really worth it for me. Adding 40% on top of the price and customs plus they might charge 13% tax on the value in Canadian. Government sucks. If i don't find a part i will donate it for parts to Fred. And by the way seeing the part was brass i thought i could heat it up and bend it the other way to fit. But i was a little aggressive and it broke almost when it was perfect.

foakes · January 21, 2026, 10:36:00 PM

Quote from: Gambler05 on January 21, 2026, 09:57:07 PMHey sorry if some guys think i did something bad but like oldmanjoe said it's not really worth it for me. Adding 40% on top of the price and customs plus they might charge 13% tax on the value in Canadian. Government sucks. If i don't find a part i will donate it for parts to Fred. And by the way seeing the part was brass i thought i could heat it up and bend it the other way to fit. But i was a little aggressive and it broke almost when it was perfect.

If you would send me your complete address in a PM, I will send it out as a gift, and I'll pay the shipping to you. Shouldn't be any, or very little in tax or tariffs on a gift with "0" value.

Glad to help.

Best, Fred

oldmanjoe · January 22, 2026, 12:14:25 AM

I do not know how International mail works ,but maybe just exchange Birthday cards !

Gambler05 · January 28, 2026, 12:36:37 AM

Quote from: foakes on January 21, 2026, 10:36:00 PM
Quote from: Gambler05 on January 21, 2026, 09:57:07 PMHey sorry if some guys think i did something bad but like oldmanjoe said it's not really worth it for me. Adding 40% on top of the price and customs plus they might charge 13% tax on the value in Canadian. Government sucks. If i don't find a part i will donate it for parts to Fred. And by the way seeing the part was brass i thought i could heat it up and bend it the other way to fit. But i was a little aggressive and it broke almost when it was perfect.

If you would send me your complete address in a PM, I will send it out as a gift, and I'll pay the shipping to you. Shouldn't be any, or very little in tax or tariffs on a gift with "0" value.

Glad to help.

Best, Fred

Sorry for the delay been busy with snow and everything else, not sure why i'm not getting notifications to tell me when someone posted. That is really nice of you Fred you don't have too but i will take you up on the offer. Will pm you my info. I have some other reels maybe you might be interested in that i can give you.

Gambler05 · January 28, 2026, 06:43:27 PM

Quote from: Gambler05 on January 28, 2026, 12:36:37 AM
Quote from: foakes on January 21, 2026, 10:36:00 PM
Quote from: Gambler05 on January 21, 2026, 09:57:07 PMHey sorry if some guys think i did something bad but like oldmanjoe said it's not really worth it for me. Adding 40% on top of the price and customs plus they might charge 13% tax on the value in Canadian. Government sucks. If i don't find a part i will donate it for parts to Fred. And by the way seeing the part was brass i thought i could heat it up and bend it the other way to fit. But i was a little aggressive and it broke almost when it was perfect.

If you would send me your complete address in a PM, I will send it out as a gift, and I'll pay the shipping to you. Shouldn't be any, or very little in tax or tariffs on a gift with "0" value.

Glad to help.

Best, Fred
Quote from: foakes on January 21, 2026, 10:36:00 PM
Quote from: Gambler05 on January 21, 2026, 09:57:07 PMHey sorry if some guys think i did something bad but like oldmanjoe said it's not really worth it for me. Adding 40% on top of the price and customs plus they might charge 13% tax on the value in Canadian. Government sucks. If i don't find a part i will donate it for parts to Fred. And by the way seeing the part was brass i thought i could heat it up and bend it the other way to fit. But i was a little aggressive and it broke almost when it was perfect.

If you would send me your complete address in a PM, I will send it out as a gift, and I'll pay the shipping to you. Shouldn't be any, or very little in tax or tariffs on a gift with "0" value.

Glad to help.

Best, Fred

Sorry for the delay been busy with snow and everything else, not sure why i'm not getting notifications to tell me when someone posted. That is really nice of you Fred you don't have too but i will take you up on the offer. Will pm you my info. I have some other reels maybe you might be interested in that i can give you.

Quote from: foakes on January 21, 2026, 10:36:00 PM
Quote from: Gambler05 on January 21, 2026, 09:57:07 PMHey sorry if some guys think i did something bad but like oldmanjoe said it's not really worth it for me. Adding 40% on top of the price and customs plus they might charge 13% tax on the value in Canadian. Government sucks. If i don't find a part i will donate it for parts to Fred. And by the way seeing the part was brass i thought i could heat it up and bend it the other way to fit. But i was a little aggressive and it broke almost when it was perfect.

If you would send me your complete address in a PM, I will send it out as a gift, and I'll pay the shipping to you. Shouldn't be any, or very little in tax or tariffs on a gift with "0" value.

Glad to help.

Best, Fred

foakes · January 28, 2026, 06:58:32 PM

Got your address today, Ermanno —-

Part will go out today to Ontario, Canada.

No offense, but I really don't need a Compac reel. I have some, and I wouldn't sell it, or even give it away. Not worth the hassle and shipping.

Thanks anyway.

Best, Fred

Gambler05 · January 29, 2026, 05:54:41 PM

Quote from: foakes on January 28, 2026, 06:58:32 PMGot your address today, Ermanno —-

Part will go out today to Ontario, Canada.

No offense, but I really don't need a Compac reel. I have some, and I wouldn't sell it, or even give it away. Not worth the hassle and shipping.

Thanks anyway.

Best, Fred

Thanks again Fred much appreciated. There is still some good people in this crazy world we live in. 🙏

foakes · January 29, 2026, 05:56:54 PM

Quote from: Gambler05 on January 29, 2026, 05:54:41 PM
Quote from: foakes on January 28, 2026, 06:58:32 PMGot your address today, Ermanno —-

Part will go out today to Ontario, Canada.

No offense, but I really don't need a Compac reel. I have some, and I wouldn't sell it, or even give it away. Not worth the hassle and shipping.

Thanks anyway.

Best, Fred
Thanks again Fred much appreciated. There is still some good people in this crazy world we live in. 🙏

Yes, and most of them are on Alan's site!

Best, Fred