Fly reel case

[supercub]

11 hours ago, Mike Wise said:

Just a little tip, for mitre joins, and especially on straight cuts, a picture frame mat cutter is very useful. It helps to keep your 45 degree angle constant. I hope this helps.

All the best, Mike.

Yep, the mat cutter does a great job (if you keep the blade sharp).  I started using one a few years ago - wish I had thought of it when I made these reel cases.  Minor correction re: the reels.  The small cases were for Billy Pate reels and the large one was for a Bogdan saltwater.

[Hermit]

On 2/6/2017 at 10:19 AM, supercub said:

As I recall, most of the smaller cases are for Ross reels and the interior of the cases are inletted to fit each reel.  The owners did not want shearling lining to avoid trapping moisture against the stored reel.  The larger case was lined with shearling per that customer's request. 

I had not thought about that, though the reels are fine soaking wet, and if you have cork breaks its no issue at all. All mine are cork, I am not a fan of listening to mechanical brakes whine.