Sorting Through Old Reels

[broadway]

Fred,
    You bring reel tinkering to a new level... the bar was already way over my head... you go boy!
Come up for air,
Dom

[foakes]

Got the old D.A.M. Quick 270 Super completely cleaned, restored, upgraded, serviced, and ready to go for a member of this board.

This reel was introduced around 1954 -- and production continued for around 10 years, or so.  This particular one is from about 1960.

These are very durable surf reels -- they are set up and designed for salt water.

Metal spool, worm drive, very heavy bail system -- not beefed up, just over engineered for long-term durability and function.  Components are of superior quality and overbuilt.

Here it is ultrasonically cleaned and ready for assembly --


Completed --










Notice a few detail things --

Replaceable stand
Double reinforced bail and bail roller system

Don't toss these old soldiers away -- fix them up and use them -- you will be pleasantly surprised.

Best,

Fred

[Shark Hunter]

Beautiful!

[broadway]

Better than new... someone just got Hooked Up!
Nice reel and nice job,
Dom

[Tightlines667]

That does look like one tuff little reel. 

[Shark Hunter]

This reel is far from little John! Its bigger than a 9500ss!
I finally have a reel serviced from the Dam Quick Master!

Definitely a Long Lost Warhorse! I am in your debt Fred! This reel is Awesome!

I never was a fan of German Vehicles. Mainly Just because the repairs and parts were so expensive.
I think Fred has taken care of the parts and repairs cost. Thanks Fred!

[MarkT]

German vehicles? Yeah, I had a '82 Audi GT Coupe, never again.  I was always disappointed that it didn't have a turret rather than a sun roof. Crappy Bosch electrical system and bad CV joints. Drove great when it worked. I was always surprised when Motortrend picked it as the top sport sedan.

[txangler81]

So where is this at? I'm excited to see how many reels where put together. I'm thinking its going to be pushing 60 plus reels.

Dustin

[foakes]

Got about 5 more completed -- still going strong -- plenty of parts, pieces, and bones left to assemble.

Will keep up until no more can be completed easily.

Best,

Fred

[UKChris]

Dear Fred,

I just want to thank you for the inspiration!

Oh, and for the photo that shows my own collection of 'work in progress' is but a trifle.

68lb of parts is breath-taking but great to see real reels emerge.

[foakes]

This reel will not be included in the final count for the guess the number of reels completed contest.

Because it was received in the mail just a couple of days ago.

However, wanted to share before cracking it open.

9/0 Senator -- needs cleaning, service, and a few key upgrades -- nothing too wild -- just basics.

Seems to operate very well -- no issues -- good bones to work with.

I have long maintained -- a properly set up 9/0 or 6/0 with an aluminum frame, greased CF & SS stack, good under gear washer, and properly serviced -- will successfully land most anything in the Ocean, that is catchable.

Weak spot on these 9/0s -- has always been the potential for frame twist and torque.  This frame will eliminate that.

Then we may look at a SS gear set, SS sleeve, better handle -- although these stock handles are great.

Keeping this for myself -- as one of our members actually found it buried in his garage -- and did not know he had it.  Can you believe that!

Thanks, Daron!

Best,

Fred

[broadway]

That frame looks familiar.  It not only prevents twist but looks oh-so-pretty too
Enjoy the frame Fred... Daron you're too kind.
Good stuff,
Dom

[harryk3616]

daron is a great guy, he's on the A-list, like you, sal and a bunch of others, gary, fred, boy the list goes on, just a bunch of great members

[Shark Hunter]

If anybody is deserving. its Fred!

[harryk3616]

hey  dom, i didn't mention your name cause  i was refering to your comment about daron and fred, i hope you realized that