Picked this up a bit ago. Just finished putting it together. Gave it the full treatment. What a reel! The only negative was under the reel stand some corrosion, otherwise it was in great shape. (There was a small "flake" less than 1/4" round on one the the drags which I was worried about, but when I brushed it gently with a rag it disappeared). To test it, a solid 29-at strike before losing freespool, 40 at full and smooooth. Clickers a little loud, I'll have to put more/thicker grease on the dogs... Took the old braid off you see in the picture. it's a good thing too, it was 3 different sections/types of braid, joined by uni knots! I'll have it spooled with 80 100(?) lb braid but I've got time to do that. I was planning on using it this October but unfortunately plans change. For now it will sit on my desk. Hopefully next year!
Mike
Sweet! That looks like the Boss's handle on it.
Yes Sir!! The Boss's handle makes such a world of difference I consider it a necessary addition!!
Mike
solid work!
Thanks Boss!!!
Couldn't have done it without this site!