Ha ha, low budget considering what could be spent on one.
First off cortez Classic Jigmaster 500 frame/spool kit.($165), Add one nice donor jigmaster 500 ($30), throw in a new lever ($18).
Transfer doner reel internals to Cortez head plate and ready for assembly. I did add new ht-100's
The donor reel provided all the internals, and the spool, handle, and star.
Not bad for around $215
Very nice Ted, I want it in a 99 some day. Tom and you together make a fantastic Reel! 8) ;D
Joe
That's a lot of reel for just over $200! 8)