550 refurbished
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550 refurbished
Big thank you to, Wal
He brought my 550 back to life and I am over the moon with the result.
I asked him to make a few tweaks to the original spec. Agate butt ring, alloy reel bands and the cork ball changed for a cap and rubber button.
The pictures will tell you all you need to know about, Wal’s workmanship. Highly recommend!
All I can say is those Wildies better watch out…
He brought my 550 back to life and I am over the moon with the result.
I asked him to make a few tweaks to the original spec. Agate butt ring, alloy reel bands and the cork ball changed for a cap and rubber button.
The pictures will tell you all you need to know about, Wal’s workmanship. Highly recommend!
All I can say is those Wildies better watch out…
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Re: 550 refurbished
Looks lovely
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Re: 550 refurbished
Well done to you both, what a wonderful job you have done Wal!
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Re: 550 refurbished
I'm intrigued by the two different colours of thread for the butt ring. Is this standard (I'm not familiar with those rods) or did you ask Wal to do it so that you knew which end of the section to plug into the handle?
Malcolm
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Re: 550 refurbished
I believe that's a copper wire wrap Malcolm. Another fantastic renovation from Wal may it bring you much luck Dan
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Re: 550 refurbished
Another great transformation by Dr cane
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Re: 550 refurbished
Excuse my ignorance but what would you need the copper wire for? Extra strength, rheumatism, lightning conductor?
Malcolm
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Re: 550 refurbished
Glad you like it Dan. As always another nice bit of cane from Chapmans.
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