The Traditional Fisherman's Forum

Thanks Gents :-)

Exquisite. Art goes angling, fine art at that....

Shed_Monkey wrote: ↑Wed Aug 30, 2017 9:08 am Impressive job so far

I am interested in the choice of wood for making a reel - do you need to select a particular cut such as quarter sawn timber to prevent warping in the future? Are there some woods which are a better choice than others?

Cheers
Steve

The wood i use is from a antique shelf from oak, completely dry and does not work any more with cold and warmer surroundings. it is also hard enough for a reel back plate i think the wood must be from a good quality to make a back plate from it. Tropical wood is also possible i think but difficult to get here.

Wow, is there anything you can't do? You are amazingly talented. I'd love to be a fly on the wall and watch you make your many creations.
Brilliant mate

Looking really good Evert

I did find some good material for the reel handles i working on, pen making blanks with nice colors, turn them on the lathe and polished them, stil have to make the handles from this but i think that is no problem.

I polished the bars with very fine wet sanding paper and after that with Brasso, the result is wonderful ... i think