Chaps
I have some W. Youngs reels that have had a lot of use over 30 years.
They are mechanically sound but what ever was coated onto the bodies is flaking off.
Some I have stripped back to metal but what could I recoat them with ?

Your answers or experience would be welcomed.
Thanks

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You're better off leaving them as they are. Have a read of this thread: Cleaning Reels in Classic Reels Forum.

The paint loss shows they've had a good life, and caught lots of fish!

regards,

Doc

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DoctorFly
Thanks for the link its a very interesting read.
It gives some good advice on cleaning.

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