With this one i wanted to stay true to the look of a real Senator. To include correct laser engraved graphics.
Huge thanks to Randy for getting this amazing project started, and also to Tom at Cortez Conversions!
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Ok whats the trick to not having double sets of pictures?
WOWSER BOWSER
WOW !!! LOOKS MINT CHRIS !! NICE JOB ! JT
I'm at a loss for words. Have you figured out the line capacity on that thing? Wow.
Quote from: 1badf350 on March 30, 2022, 12:37:31 AMOk whats the trick to not having double sets of pictures?
OK after you hit upload , don`t hit insert also . I think that`s how the double pic appear
That is one sharp looking reel , but you got to use a lint free rag to clean it. >:D >:D :d
Quoteoldmanjoe That is one sharp looking reel , but you got to use a lint free rag to clean it. >:D >:D
I would need a Sponge if I was holding that Reel to soak up all the DROOL I got on it . :d
Love those graphics!
OUTSTANDING! A Masterpiece.
Beautiful reel, Chris! :al
That looks amazing Chris
:d
Kim
Really well done, Chris!
I need to build mine out.
My sideplates, frame & spool are all silver.
I wonder how the engraving would work on that?
Best, Fred
Wow !!
That's awesome Chris!
Thank you everyone!
That's too purty to fish with, I hear the jaws theme in my head though... 20/0 WOW ! It's a work of art !
I really wanna know how much line you end up putting on there.
Wow! Great graphics. That one is worth double pictures. "We're gonna need a bigger boat!, but not a bigger reel!"
Incredible. The tail plate graphics are spot on. Keeping the original Penn graphics really makes that reel something special. Bill
I keep going back to look at the pictures. I am finding hard to believe. This will become the center piece of of the 20/0's. I have no words.
Those graphite so spot on. You hit that one out of the park
A fitting tribute to Penn...great work Chris! 8)
Thanks Chris - Is that the first set of after market plates of any size with the Penn graphics engraved? Certainly the first set I've seen. Spectacular!
Mike
Absolutely beautiful..!!
I stayed with the same color scheme too.
Keith
Thanks again everyone!
WANT! Where did you get the engraving done? You're giving me lots of (expensive) ideas!
My apologies for missing this thread Chris...
What a master piece !! A truly special looking reel.
Congratulations, this will be a true centre piece in your collection..
Col
Quote from: foakes on March 30, 2022, 06:58:21 AMReally well done, Chris!
I need to build mine out.
My sideplates, frame & spool are all silver.
I wonder how the engraving would work on that?
Best, Fred
Fred you could probably get the engraving inlayed in black, gold, or any color.
That is a great idea, Rudy!
Already selected an engraving shop down in Clovis with the latest computer laser systems. Took 16/0 plates to them to complete a pattern and proof. I have both seen their work and talked to the guy in person.
Was between doing black, red, Penn green, or Penn blue —- but the gold is an idea that I had not considered. Whatever color I choose for the inlay —- the crank knob & eccentric lever will match it.
Thanks!
Best, Fred
That thing is crisp. I would not want to use that! belongs in a display case
WOWEEE that is an awesome reel !!!!
Great job !!!!
Time to put this project to bed. I delayed way too long. Finished up the black #15 the other day.
Again thanks to Randy for getting this project off the ground.
Also thanks to Tom at Cortez Conversions. The fit and finish of the plates were absolutely perfect. Couldn't have asked for better.
Very nice pair Chris !!! Great Job ! John
Great job on that, looks stunning!
Thanks everyone!
How much do those beasts weigh?
Wow, wow, WOW!! 8)
Beautiful! If you have a pristine counterbalanced handle from a 118, see what that looks like on the model with the amber handle....just for fun.
Quote from: JasonGotaProblem on September 22, 2022, 02:06:58 PMHow much do those beasts weigh?
Probably about a hundred bucks an ounce. ;)
Certainly a pair to draw too ! Beautiful job !
Gee Chris, they dont come any better than that, thanks for posting the pic, cheers Don.
Whoa!!!
Butch
Congrats on the completion of your projects!! Verrry nice!
I just seen this,,,,,, 8) oh my,,,it looks so cool and you know it's a senator,,,,fabulous job,,,,,,, ;D