Category Archives: Heat Treating

After my first attempt at heat treating (see “Heat Treatment”, 8 Aug 2011) I sought and received advice. Thanks to Ron and Tom. In this second attempt, I made a new ratchet and pawl, plus two ratchet blanks to use … Continue reading →

My reels to date have had ratchets of 642 bronze and pawls of natural Delrin. Delrin was the best of 9 plastics reported here on 7 May 2011. I chose bronze for the ratchet for its corrosion resistance and to … Continue reading →