I have actually had pieces rechromed on vintage reels. Not an inexpensive process and if they're badly pitted i wouldn't do it. If the pitting is light the chemical process of getting back down to pure brass will deal with most all of it. Have all the exterior pieces chrome plated on a vintage penn reel in my area is anywhere from $100-$150. You can also have pieces nickel plated for a lot less and the nickel plating holds up quite well.

Hi Tony! I was looking for a BG20 video and found this one. I started collecting the Daiwa BG reels about three months ago. My BG20 came in today and it is a beauty. I have six of the BG reels now - BG90 (with wobble), BG60, BG30, BG20, and two BG10 reels. The handle knob is rosewood and I’m pretty sure it is illegal to use that wood any longer because the tree is endangered. You’re right though, they are gorgeous handles. I hall all the Daiwa silver series reels (two sets), the GS series, and now these BG reels. The BG are by far the best of all these though I love them all. The BG reels all have three bearings while earlier ones do not. The exception are the Daiwa 8600 and 8700 which are worm gear reels that have three bearings. These 8000/ series Daiwas predated all these other series. I enjoyed your video! Don’t you like the BG anti-reverse system. - Chris

I neld you take apart a mitchell 303 cleaning reel and then reassemble them very meticulously with every detail and post it on you tube for everyone to learn more for me that's amazing thank you so much

Yo, thank you I found my grandpa’s old rod and it had this reel. My dad left and the reel didn’t work. I appreciate you for sharing your wisdom with me.

Have you considered an ultra sonic cleaner? Would have been great for a reel like this.

I Enjoy watching your videos. Thanks for the interesting content.

Glad you're back!

Where is the serial number on it?

Thank you.

Hey Tony, this video was very helpful. Although, when I finished my reel the free spool seemed very stiff compared to yours. Any thoughts on why this might be? Thank you! Yours - 25:16

I used to use oil on the gear spindle, but I switched to grease for better corrosion protection and because grease wont run off as easily or it wont migrate down. This video helped me get my reel back together and I learned that the 330 GT2 is basically the same except for the dog spring

What size is the ball bearing?

I was planning on just changing my drag washers then I messed everything up so I decided to service the whole thing. This video really helped.

This video was EXACTLY what I was looking for! Well done and thank you!

I notice this one has the optional cork arbor! Exceptional tutorial!!

I am amazed at the quality of the working parts of these reels. Brass gear---machined pinion gear and more. Everything in these is top shelf!!

Thanks so much. A how to doesn’t get much better than this!

Does it wobble?

If the posts are too corroded sand them down and cover them with black shrink wrap tubing !

Any good places to get parts? I just realize I’m missing the shim that goes under the spool

Are you able to service my Penn Peer 309?

These are one of the best cheap reels ever made. Simple design.....Little to break....Just keep lubed....I have picked up many at flea markets for $5.....Slow retrieve gear ratio, so better for bait fishing. I still have my rusty one from when I was a kid...and used in salt water. Caught some 5 lb Sea Robbins and a Sand shark....along with probably 2000 Snapper Blues....Still works with rusty bail.

my shaft doesn’t isolate on mine I think there’s supposed to be a peg that controls the shaft motion when that gear spins and mine sheared off and my shaft does not isolate when I reel it in

Great Video, Thanks !

Your teardown and reassembly video helped me get some stuck line from under the reel and helped me fix the drag. Thank you. You've got my sub

Are the monofils on the 155s the same or similar reels?

Outstanding tutorial! It was a real life saver. Thank you!

Lucas Reel Oil (blue bottle) best stuff on the market and Made in USA. Haven’t found anything better. And Lucas Oil is proven.

My favorite reel when I was younger

Are there any other models that the Jigmaster 500 4:1 gears might fit? Thinking a 4:1 no.209 might be nice.

Awesome video I just bought one off craigslist for 30 bucks never been used I'm gonna try to clean it up 😮

Tony, I agree a lost cause! Tad

Good to be back to your site Tony! Been busy with work and school the last two months - and now all caught up and back to the fun stuff! Tad

This video legit saved my life trying to swap my dad’s old reel from right-hand reel to left-hand reel. Just seeing it taken apart and put back together. Only after I had it all taken apart did I realize all I was missing was the tiny plastic piece that sets the handle screw. It had gotten stuck and wouldn’t come out of the main gear so I thought it was unswappable until I got into the guts of it. I’m picking up the hobby after he passed away when I was a teenager so being able to use his favorite reel is very important to me. Can’t thank you enough. -Alex

Been really busy at work the last two months and have been on the absent list. Looking forward to the Quick 110 - a little tricky getting the rotor off. Tad

Thank you for this series. I have a come accross all of the Penn reels you have shown and your videos are an amazing resource.

How does the 402 compare to the 396 in size? thinking of purchasing a 402.

I love mine i bought it recently for my 12 foot rod i use for bank fishing. Its a great reel for the price. I think it does great when casting. I usually throw a 3 oz weight and i can get some incredible distance with this reel . Its definitely a reel you have to keep clean and oiled but like i said i can really get some good distance with it. I picked it up new for 70 bucks and am beyond pleased with it. I live in oklahoma but still like to use saltwater gear it just holds up better with time . I have another 12 foot rod with another saltwater baitcaster and its probably pushing 30 years old . Its made by Roddy. Model 131 and its been well used and it definitely has gotten beaten up throughout the years but its pulled in hundreds of fish and still works flawlessly. But i have to admit the penn is definitely smoother than it. Great video thanks wanted to watch a good video like this before i cleaned mine . Got some grit and dirt in it fishing over the weekend and want to clean and re lube everything

Good comparison video. Thanks for showing the details! I love classic Penn reels. Don't have a Surfmaster yet but i do have several Jigmasters. My favorite is my near pristine Silver Beach 99. Close 2nd is my 349h.

With calipers (both digital and manual) it sure makes the job a lot easier than using a ruler. Have a nice weekend! Tad

Very helpful video. If my bearing looks like an almost lost cause - I will soak in gas for four days - every eight to 12 hours try blowing the grit out with compressed air Tad

Great reel - better tutorial! Tad

Tony, For a combo inexpensive reel it looks pretty cool. Great tutorial! Tad

What does the star looking thing on the lever do

thank you for this, very good job!

Hi Tony.. Great informative videos.. I have just subscribed.. When do you expect to do the walkthrough video on repairing this reel ?.. I have the same reel with the same problem.. Kind regards. Mike (New Zealand)

Tony, some nice reels and challenges ahead. Have a great Sunday! Tad

Great video, Tony! I love these vintage Penn Reels! I've restored a black 3/0 and a red 4/0 Special. Next up is a black 6/0 Special and a dark red 6/0 Special. Also have a new in the box Jig-Master No. 501. Do you happen to know the max. drag lbs. for the 113H Special?