Hobo / Hand Reel fishing kit

Hobo / Hand Reel fishing kit

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**A lightweight and compact fishing reel, aka. Hobo (or hand) Reel** Hand reels are meant as simple but very compact alternatives to normal fishing rods. You won't be able to cast as far or feel/snag the fish as easily, but they take little space in your backpack and will help in a pinch. Even more so if you fish with live bait and a bobber/floater. This is my first model submission, a small project based on a video I saw about the topic (https://youtu.be/JjA1-Of1DoY), and after that, models here on Thingiverse. However, the model I tried (https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4615716) was too big for my small-ish hand and a bit short, so I decided to try to make one for myself with a few extra goals: * Try to make it as lightweight (but still durable) as possible * Make it fit my hand * Make ridges or something similar for a better grip * Make a fitted bobber/floater * Make a small container for those pesky small parts * A cover to protect the line and hook The result is what you see here. I enjoyed making this reel, and look forward to trying it out :-) **Please note**: I designed it to print without supports (except the floater and plug), but I had to take the speed waaay down (50, walls 25) because of the cap / inside threads. I ALWAYS get stringing when printing inside threads. Anyhow, enjoy, and let me know how this worked out for you or have a tip for adding or improving on the design/parts.

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