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a few weeks a go i bought a lathe for metal turning, noting special but it works the way i want so i did some tests before i start using the lathe and started to make plans to build my own Centrepin reel 4'' from aluminium bar that i bought 12cm in diameter :-) it is the first time i use a lathe to turn metal with, i have a small wood turning lathe to make floats and other small parts but this is something complete different.
i have in my mind to make a classic 4 '' centrepin with wooden backplate. First thing i did was make the alloy bar smaller to cut a piece off, it was too big an too heavy to work with and too much for the lathe, not a easy job but managed to get it done.
first ring from the spool is almost there and i have to say that i am pleased with the first results so far, i will keep you informed on every step i make in this project. and here are the first pictures






The first ring almost cut off but give it a polish before i take it off

Exciting stuff Evert - I have always wanted to make a reel myself.

I will be following your progress with keen interest

Thank you for sharing with us.

Cheers
Steve

Has above. Love these projects, plenty of pictures and good luck on the build. Wish I could turn my hand to such a thing.

Very keen to see how this works out Evert. Enjoy the challenge.

Well Done Evert, it's lovely to see someone having a go...

I love your spirit of just trying to do what you're dreaming of! Well done, Evert!
Please show us many details of your progress. I'm sure it'll turn out fine.

Thanks gents,
Today i cut off the front ring and made the bottom ring, next step is thinking about the back plate, i have wood in my mind but not sure so i make a wooden backplate first with a brass cross on the back for the reel feet



Now i also need to drill some holes in the rings, for the spokes and pillars and some bigger holes to make it lighter

Looking good so far Evert - how do you plan to drill the holes? Will you make a jig for a pillar dril?

Cheers
Steve

Coming along very nicely Evert, well done.
I wouldn't know where to start but I think I would have drilled the pillar holes before parting the two plates just to make sure they lined up correctly but no doubt you have a cunning plan.
The hub will probably be the most tricky part to make, really looking forward to seeing this progress.

Wal.

I am sure we will all want one when you have completed yours! I am sure it will be excellently made as all your other items are - so good so far!

So keep a check of the expenses --------------------?