collectible fly reels Leland Reel Co. Vintage New Zealand Brown Trout Reel 5/6wt A unique profile that allows a rod to load at close range and a front taper that delivers perfect presentation of flies between sizes #22 and #2 Raprance Vintage Classic Fly Fishing

With the Perigee II, hooksets connected more consistently because the blank doesnt collapse under pressure

Which means that braided line is key here

Abel SDS 7/8 (Best Saltwater Reel 2026) Drag System: Sealed Classic Colorado carbon multi-disc Weight: 9.07 oz Claimed reel capacity: 8+240/20# Pros: Extremely high quality, award-winning drag, aerospace material Cons: The hefty price tag The Abel SDS 7/8 reel won the best reel at iCast and has consistently won awards for its incredible build-quality, unique drag system, and performance on saltwater fish

From: Mike: New Orleans, LA 7/9/20 Comments: Super impressed with the bandito bug, bought both sizes in multiple colors and 2 days in a row had a bite within 3-4 casts