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Vintage W&M reel seat?
Posted by:
Ever Kipp
(---.hsd1.wa.comcast.net)
Date: April 10, 2019 04:58PM
Hello Rod Builders! By way of introduction, my name is Ever and I tinker at rod building. I'm a dozen rods in, and seem to be finding my way - thanks in large part to this forum. So, thank you all so much for sharing your knowledge!
A friend of mine has asked me to restore a 1953 W&M “All American” Model 3-A fly rod for him. It was his grandfathers. It’s in great shape, apart from a cracked hood on the reel seat. I was able to track down vintage nylon to match the original wraps, but I'm having some trouble with the reel seat. I've tried fleabay and left a voicemail with Rick's Rods. I was wondering if anyone knew any other secret sources of vintage parts they'd be willing to share. I don't need an *exact* match, but something close would be nice. Thanks so much in advance for any guidance! Re: Vintage W&M reel seat?
Posted by:
Tim Kelly
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Date: April 11, 2019 02:36PM
Only secret source I know of would be a parts rod. Re: Vintage W&M reel seat?
Posted by:
gary Marquardt
(---.hsd1.mi.comcast.net)
Date: April 11, 2019 11:42PM
I have what you are seeking. Pm me Re: Vintage W&M reel seat?
Posted by:
Ever Kipp
(---.hsd1.wa.comcast.net)
Date: April 12, 2019 04:47PM
Tim Kelly Wrote:
------------------------------------------------------- > Only secret source I know of would be a parts rod. Yeah, I've seen a few and have that in mind as a last resort. Re: Vintage W&M reel seat?
Posted by:
Ever Kipp
(---.hsd1.wa.comcast.net)
Date: April 12, 2019 04:47PM
gary Marquardt Wrote:
------------------------------------------------------- > I have what you are seeking. Pm me will do! edit: I can't figure out how to send PMs within this forum. I'll email you. Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 04/12/2019 05:12PM by Ever Kipp. Sorry, only registered users may post in this forum.
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