I've watched a lot of your videos and they have helped me so much in repairing my own reels..but this one I don't believe I'd tackle...the Mitchell I got from you is still catching fish...I love the old ones

@2ndChanceTackle

7 күн бұрын

Glad to hear that the reel has a 2nd Chance. You don't need to service all reels!

I wish I lived in an area where I could fish with more of my vintage spinning reels. At my age offshore fishing is pretty much in my past. Scott seems to do a lot of fishing. I’m a little doubtful that then problem Scott described was braid slip but that’s just me. I’m probably wrong as I know nothing of a reel like this. I am very happy there was nothing broken. Fascinating video Dennis. You were certainly thorough with this reel. - Chris. Also, sincere congratulations for hitting 30k subscribers. You’ve taught me so much!

@2ndChanceTackle

8 күн бұрын

Thanks again Chris - You have come a long way and do great work - Best wishes - Dennis

@christopherjenkins2373

7 күн бұрын

@@2ndChanceTackleI would not even have a fishing reel hobby without you! Apart from music it is the most incredible and enjoyable hobby I’ve ever had. I’m approaching 390 total reels in my collection thanks to your teaching! - Chris

"Braid slip" starts with the way the spool has been prepared (or really not prepared), before starting to install braid. You hinted at the use of a "line bedding/backing", tied and wound onto the spool, before tying the end of the braid to the bedding/backing, and then winding-on the braid. Yet, a lot of us on the West Coast have a procedure that I, at least, think works better. Before winding on braid directly to the spool, apply a layer of nylon finger tape used for fishing, directly to the spool, from end to end. Then, tie the braid onto the nylon-taped spool, using a very sturdy knot. Then, as you wind on the desired amount of braid onto the spool, keep a quite tight and adequate pressure onto the braid, to allow for a tight (but not freakishly tight) winding of the braid onto the spool. (Tight enough to pack the braid correctly, yet not so tight as to 'cut' into the lower layer of braid.) A line machine is most likely the best way to not only wind braid tightly enough with little or no problems during the process, but it also allows the winder to concentrate adequate pressure on the line as you go back and forth filling the spool, to provide for the tight winding of your braid that you want, from beginning to end.

@2ndChanceTackle

5 күн бұрын

Thank you for the tip and additional information - Best wishes - Dennis

one of those reels that dreams are made of. beautiful piece of gear

@2ndChanceTackle

8 күн бұрын

It sure is! This one is an instant classic

Hi Dennis love your channel I learned so much from you !! I love your parts tray so smart!! Keep videos coming and showing what you buy in auctions!! Love it Dennis thank you so much 😊

@2ndChanceTackle

8 күн бұрын

Thank you for watching and for your kind words. Best wishes - Dennis

Thank you. I was interested in seeing this one.

@2ndChanceTackle

8 күн бұрын

You're welcome. - Glad to have been able to do this one! Dennis

Looks like a beautiful reel. I hope it works well in the future.

@2ndChanceTackle

8 күн бұрын

I think it will. These are certainly well made reels

Interesting reel.

@2ndChanceTackle

8 күн бұрын

It is! And well made too!

@jeffjackson5331

8 күн бұрын

@@2ndChanceTackle oh it looks like it. You have a wonderful day today Dennis

Good afternoon Dennis. Too bad that you didn't have a Shimano Tiagra 12 for comparison purposes. Night and day difference with the win going to Penn. I have a couple of the Penn International 12VIX single speed reels and one of the Shimano Tiagra 12 2-speed reels. The Tiagra cranks smoother, however way too many small parts inside for everyday use. BTW, the 12 sized reels are too small for fish larger than black fin tuna or dolphin. The advantage to this class reel is line capacity and.a good drag systems over a general purpose reel.

@2ndChanceTackle

8 күн бұрын

Thanks as always for the additional information and sharing your experiences - Dennis

I was curious about this reel because I am in the middle of servicing an International II 16 and am stuck on a side plate screw. I've tried all kinds of oil/chemicals/heat and vibration to no avail. Whoever had this before me put Locktite Red on the screws, so that plus salt corrosion is making it very difficult. I set it aside for awhile because I was starting to strip the slot in the screw head. I don't want to drill it out, but I'm afraid I might have to. Yikes!

@2ndChanceTackle

8 күн бұрын

That is scary, and there is little you can do it it is set in with Loctite. If you are at wit's end and ready to concede defeat, try an impact drill driver rather than a standard crew drive, as a last resort. Somethings the quick snap and torque of that tool will free it up. The risk is that it may also break it off, but if it is your last chance........

Hello Dennis, you say you use penn reel grease. My question is if you can use gun grease? Thanks for your helpful advice.

@2ndChanceTackle

8 күн бұрын

I only recommend using fishing reel grease on fishing reels. I suppose you could use others, but I don't - Thanks for asking

He Dennis, was just curious if you found it was actual Braid slip or not when you stripped the line? Thanks, great video as always!

@2ndChanceTackle

7 күн бұрын

Yes - it was braid slip

@josephwieszbicki690

6 күн бұрын

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Hi Dennis, Generally speaking, is it ok to remove the handle-side, side plate on a casting reel without removing the handle and drag adjuster first? Thanks for all your help.

@2ndChanceTackle

8 күн бұрын

It depends on how the bridge is made. If the bridge plate can separate from the reel without removing the handle, then yes. An example would be an Abu Ambassadeur. If the side plate cannot come off without removing the handle and star adjuster, Like the design on a Shimano Tekota, and which is the case on many modern reels, then you must remove the handle and star adjuster to gain access. As a habit, I generally remove all of them first - Thanks for asking - Dennis

@scottgarbs7761

8 күн бұрын

@@2ndChanceTackle Thank you!