Green Hornet Posted February 11, 2020 Posted February 11, 2020 Yeah, the polyurethane job on the reel is poorly done. Put on way to thick leaving a dimpled finish and too glossy in my opinion. I'll sand it back until smooth and refinish in semi gloss estapol. The tackle boxes are quite collectable and can fetch big money for a good one. I got this one for a pittance really.
fragmeister Posted February 12, 2020 Posted February 12, 2020 I have a few including a cedar spool job but here is the latest Christmas present... ... I ordered this when I though Alvey were going under but now it seems the rush of orders and a little restructuring has revived them indefinitely. Cheers Jim 5
wazatherfisherman Posted February 12, 2020 Posted February 12, 2020 1 hour ago, fragmeister said: I have a few including a cedar spool job but here is the latest Christmas present... ... I ordered this when I though Alvey were going under but now it seems the rush of orders and a little restructuring has revived them indefinitely. Cheers Jim Mad colours on the new reels Jim! Probably last until Alvey's bicentenary ! Great idea with laser etching
Green Hornet Posted February 12, 2020 Posted February 12, 2020 I received a 100 year, centenary reel yesterday. Limited edition #84 of 200. One beautiful reel and the cedar spool is immaculate. Sadly the photos don't do it justice. 6 1
wazatherfisherman Posted February 13, 2020 Posted February 13, 2020 Great looking reel, even the handle plates are different. Nice bit of cedar. Bet you'll be tempted to use it just once!
Green Hornet Posted February 13, 2020 Posted February 13, 2020 The handle plates are in the shape of the Alvey logo. I'd love to use it, but its going in the display. I figure if I ever need sell it, I should easily get my money back. 1
mrsswordfisherman Posted February 14, 2020 Posted February 14, 2020 Here is a link to the history of the reels. If you have Facebook and 20 mins have a look 3
61 crusher Posted February 14, 2020 Posted February 14, 2020 1 hour ago, mrsswordfisherman said: Here is a link to the history of the reels. If you have Facebook and 20 mins have a look That’s a great video of the iconic family business, I hope they do well into the future ps. Looks like someone might’ve added another reel to there collection
kingie chaser Posted February 14, 2020 Author Posted February 14, 2020 (edited) On 2/13/2020 at 10:16 AM, Green Hornet said: I received a 100 year, centenary reel yesterday. Limited edition #84 of 200. One beautiful reel and the cedar spool is immaculate. Sadly the photos don't do it justice. WOW, that is an amazingly detailed bit of timber & obviously it should never see the sea. With anything commemorative its all about keeping it in its original state imo but that's where the appreciation is not it its use but the history. Again not that I have the spare coin atm but cant even find where to try & get one 😥 A very cool bit of gear to have in the cabinet & keep for the next couple of generations 😀 Edited February 14, 2020 by kingie chaser 1
kingie chaser Posted February 14, 2020 Author Posted February 14, 2020 2 hours ago, mrsswordfisherman said: Here is a link to the history of the reels. If you have Facebook and 20 mins have a look That is something that I have been looking forward to seeing. A showcase of a history & also a vision for the future. While I don't need any new gear right now my next reel purchase will be one of their spinning models. They look every bit as good or if not better than anything coming out of Japan or anywhere else by foreign companies! I am just glad these guys didn't go under but we all need to support local industry here so hope we all get behind them & also that much needed export market opens new doors for them. 1
Green Hornet Posted February 14, 2020 Posted February 14, 2020 (edited) 13 hours ago, kingie chaser said: Again not that I have the spare coin atm but cant even find where to try & get one 😥 The majority of these reels were sold on pre-order. The few that weren't were snapped up very quick. They are also producing a carbon / titanium, limited edition sidecast reel (500) but I don't know the release date. The orbiter spin reels are getting some very positive reviews, plus Alvey are set to release a range of overheads as well. Edited February 14, 2020 by Green Hornet 1
Green Hornet Posted April 19, 2020 Posted April 19, 2020 Thought I'd revive this thread as one of my isolation projects has been to restore the cedar spool of a reel I posted above. Pretty happy with the results. 7
Green Hornet Posted April 19, 2020 Posted April 19, 2020 I also recently added a six inch, 6000 C8 to my collection. 3
kingie chaser Posted April 19, 2020 Author Posted April 19, 2020 3 hours ago, Green Hornet said: I also recently added a six inch, 6000 C8 to my collection. Sexy For salt water fly??
Green Hornet Posted April 19, 2020 Posted April 19, 2020 43 minutes ago, kingie chaser said: Sexy For salt water fly?? No mate, a 6 inch sidecast and another collectors item. No longer made, but this one has never been used. Alvey still produces a 6.5 inch model. 1
wazatherfisherman Posted April 19, 2020 Posted April 19, 2020 6 hours ago, Green Hornet said: Thought I'd revive this thread as one of my isolation projects has been to restore the cedar spool of a reel I posted above. Pretty happy with the results. Hi Pete reel looks FANTASTIC! Great job, looks even nicer than the new one you got if you ask me 1
Green Hornet Posted April 19, 2020 Posted April 19, 2020 The grain in the timber looks a lot nicer out in the sun Waza, but difficult to get a decent photo with all the reflections.
kingie chaser Posted April 20, 2020 Author Posted April 20, 2020 On 4/19/2020 at 10:36 AM, Green Hornet said: Thought I'd revive this thread as one of my isolation projects has been to restore the cedar spool of a reel I posted above. Pretty happy with the results. They almost look like 2 different reels. The top one looks heavily lacquered or is that the before shot?
wazatherfisherman Posted April 20, 2020 Posted April 20, 2020 17 minutes ago, kingie chaser said: They almost look like 2 different reels. The top one looks heavily lacquered or is that the before shot? Hi KC The lacquered one is the before shot, Green Hornet has done a fantastic job in the restore- better than Alvey in my opinion. Super impressive 1
kingie chaser Posted April 20, 2020 Author Posted April 20, 2020 7 minutes ago, wazatherfisherman said: Hi KC The lacquered one is the before shot, Green Hornet has done a fantastic job in the restore- better than Alvey in my opinion. Super impressive Thanks Waza, I was just checking & I was just being polite because whoever did that top refurb should be a purveyor of meat if you get my drift 😉😂 Yes its a really nice looking piece now, I have done a bit of wood refinishing myself for diy projects & it a rewarding thing sitting back after its all done & looking at the before & after shots! 3
Green Hornet Posted April 20, 2020 Posted April 20, 2020 @kingie chaserYes, they are before and after shots of the same reel. I haven't really figured out how to add a pic, then more text before another pic. I bought it to replace the same model that was stolen and was more concerned about the condition of the chrome than the timber, knowing I could always restore the timber. It replaces a reel that was handed down to me by my uncle around 50 years ago. 3
Green Hornet Posted May 18, 2020 Posted May 18, 2020 Before and after shots of my Dad's old Alvey 45C. Sadly Dad's long gone now, but restoring his reel bought back so many memories fishing with him as a kid, catching drummer in particular. 2
Green Hornet Posted May 18, 2020 Posted May 18, 2020 I picked up this gem of an old, bakelite blackfish reel last week. A bit of spit and polish should bring it up nice. 1
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