So, I've had this spool in another 501 and finally decided to put it in the Accurate. Drop dead sexy says I :-* Really glad I found a way to keep this reel, I'm fishing it Saturday and will let you know how it goes.
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I love the handle, but probably need to get a red one from Randy just for show...
Cool Beans....that would look good with the Red Fire line...
Great Job, Dan --
Best,
Fred
Dan, that reel is SOWEET!!!! I'm making some knobs out of a cast acrylic called Inferno. Multi colored, marble effect in red, orange, black, and yellow pearl. It would look amazing on that reel! If I ever get time to work on them I'll send you a pic.
.......................Lou
Thanks Guys :) The Daiwa 55 lb on the other 501 in the photo is going on the Accurate - $55 worth of line...crazy how expensive it gets compared to mono...but I get it.
Lou - I'm interested! Let me know a price once you start messing with them. It'd be an honor putting it on the reel.
That looks great!!!!!! Except for that crappy SS drag star. You better just send that to me for the Cortez Jigmonster :)
Tightlines on your trip!
That's one HOT reeeeeel ;D
Wow! That thing is sharp looking. Don't get pulled over...
Quote from: thorhammer on November 24, 2015, 10:50:11 PM
That looks great!!!!!! Except for that crappy SS drag star. You better just send that to me for the Cortez Jigmonster :)
Tightlines on your trip!
X2 is that one of Adams?
Gotta agree that is one sexy looking reel.
Yes, I agree! that's one sexy reel. You guys are sick and dragging me into it as well....sexy ::) ;D
Dan, I have just what that reel need to complete it.
To everyone else, if Dan doesn't go for it, this handle is not for sale, I'm making an exception on this one.
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This handle was mounted on my reel, but never left the house. I payed $45 five years ago + shipping, send me $30 and its yours.
Sal
I cannot spot that mark by the handle screw with the naked eye, I must have a really good camera on my new phone :-\.
SOLD Sal! I'll PM you for your paypal. That is beautiful!
Thanks for the comments all, this reel has sort of become my 'Eleanor'...but I'm not as successful and charismatic as Nicholas Cage ;D
Change of plans Dan, the handle is on me, enjoy it!
Just let me see it mounted on that beauty. ;)
Oh, by the way, the handle is on its way.
Sal
Holy cow...too kind. Have a blessed Thanksgiving! I'll make sure I pass on the good vibes when I can.
That handle will make that reel. I LOVE this place!!
Ron
Handle is perfect, I owe you Sal ;D
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Just as I thought, beautiful....You know, I have an eye for these things ;D
Of that there is no doubt ;D
yeah, pretty nice...I'll PM you my address for that star lol. JK that is a fantastic rig and dangit since the Jigmonster I'm on a red reel kick. That and you guy's anniversary reel pics. You are costing me $$$$$
That's plain insane ;D It looks fntastic.
BT
Sure is a Beaut.. 8)
Marc..
Thanks all ;D Just ordered stainless gears and Tom's bearing adjustment knob. I think there is an end in sight for it being done...nothing else to add! Sad really.... ::) Haha! This will be my BSB destroyer (Black Sea Bass) I plan on doing a few 20 hour trips next fall with it.
David - Sorry I missed your question! Yes, one of Adam's. It's a piece of art (In my opinion) he does terrific work. It is much better than the original, feels fantastic.
Great reel Dan - It needs a plinth!
Last two photos....promise... ::)
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NICE. now you just have to builds one to go fishing with. you can't get that dirty.
That's a knock out beauty!
Beautiful looking reel Dan. Nice work!
Joe
Bringing up an old post rather than starting a new one....
So after a lot of fine tuning I found out my 'grinding on the down stroke' was the primary dog needing a bit shaved off the back side (thanks to Toms new side plates this has come to light). Also, my gears were engaging and disengaging under heavy stress...NOT GOOD! So I put stock steel gears back in and all is smooth as butter. Not to sure what was up with the PC gears, they look perfect, but just not engaging correctly...odd. But, I'm happy that she is running smoothly. I'll test it tomorrow night with a 5 gallon bucket full of 15 lbs of lead...15 min of up a down with the drag engaged is a great test (of my body as well :) I have a Cod trip next month and hope to get this reel bloody.
keep us posted Dan and good luck on your cod trip. Jamie
Great Work Dan.
She is a looker. :o
Very nice piece of work!
Beautiful reel Dan! Can't go wrong with all red.