Yes, those are terrific reels, Bob —Bobthefloat wrote: ↑Mon Mar 21, 2022 7:15 pm Welcome to the forum Fred. I see no mention of the best spinning reels of all time the Diawa 7000 series particularly the 7300 and 7600 in standard or H models!
( I have a little soft spot for those reels)
Problem is, like hundreds of other reels over the years — little, or no parts support & availability without getting a donor reel to cannibalize.
So, while many other brands and reels from the “Golden Age” of spinners are very good reels — I stick to what I have extensive parts inventory for — and stay in that zone.
Can’t be all things to all people.
Because I have all of the most commonly needed parts within a few feet of the bench — I can easily do a complete tear down, ultrasonic cleaning of every part, replacement of any worn or broken parts, reassemble, proper lube, tune, check over, & micro tune every function — generally within an hour, or less from start to finish.
If I had to search for unavailable parts, find a donor reel, search hours online, wait for call backs and postal deliveries — the time might be a month or two, if lucky — and a lot more expense and frustration for everyone involved.
My philosophy is to help others to get their reels back on the water, fully functional as when new, and as cheaply as possible.
I do this because I love the reels and craft — and am not willing to go down the road of becoming frustrated with reels that I cannot easily have/get parts for.
It is not a living — or a job — just a hobby that I enjoy.
The current backlog of reels for folks is approximately 110 — that is down from 194 at the end of October.
18 reels scheduled for completion this week.
Best, Fred
