Author Archives: dave49

Meek 55

Posted on June 29, 2014 by dave49

Local guide Sam collects and fishes Meek reels. This is model 55. It is 3 1/8 diameter and somewhat more than 1 inch wide. I believe that this is what is called a “leaded” finish. A latch bar pivots to … Continue reading →

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Brass Frame Reel

Posted on May 29, 2014 by dave49

This is my new model for 2014. It was designed to hold a WF5F and 60 yards backing. It weighs 5.1 ounces. Had the frame been aluminum, the weight would be less than 3 ounces. The spool is still aluminum, … Continue reading →

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Precision Washer

Posted on May 8, 2014 by dave49

For my next reel design, I need a washer 5/16 inch OD, 1/8 inch ID, and .010 inch thick. I have had a similar part in past designs, and tried to make it by parting off the thin washer from … Continue reading →

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Nickel Electroplate

Posted on May 7, 2014 by dave49

I was interested in nickel plating for two reasons. First, it might be a good finishing process for brass, bronze, or steel reel parts. Second, a rodmaker friend asked me if I knew a way to build up the diameter … Continue reading →

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One Winter’s Production

Posted on May 6, 2014 by dave49

A mix of sizes 2, 3, 4. Now I am ready to prototype next winter’s model.

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Trout Opener 2014

Posted on April 27, 2014 by dave49

Yesterday was Opening Day, and the occasion for one of the three annual events in Lovells. Our Historical Society is the organizer. Here is a craft show in the Township Hall. This is the finish of the “Leaky Wader Race”. … Continue reading →

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Rotary Indexer

Posted on April 15, 2014 by dave49

I recently bought Sherline P/N 8700, “CNC Rotary Indexer”. It consists of three units. The first is the standard 4 inch rotary table, but with a stepper motor attached. Here you see it set up to cut teeth on a … Continue reading →

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Multi-Anvil Micrometer

Posted on March 27, 2014 by dave49

I recently became aware of this type of micrometer, and had to get one. It came with two anvils, one flat and the other a round pin. This is a Mitutoyo 117-107. The equivalent Starrett is model 220. I bought … Continue reading →

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Reel 37 Click Hardware

Posted on March 25, 2014 by dave49

This is the last of the “Reel 37” drawings. A drill point dimple helps to distinguish the pawl pin from the two spring pins. The spring is easily bent with round nose pliers.

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Reel 37 Crank Hardware

Posted on March 24, 2014 by dave49

These parts are all made from c792 nickel silver, a free machining alloy. The “cup” keeps tippet from getting wound around the knob pin.

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