I've asked opinions on the Orvis click and pawl fly reel, but now I'm open for suggestions on any click and pawl reel up to about $125. I've been searching for options.
The Orivs is quality, but I just thought I'd like to see some others.
Thanks
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I've asked opinions on the Orvis click and pawl fly reel, but now I'm open for suggestions on any click and pawl reel up to about $125. I've been searching for options.
The Orivs is quality, but I just thought I'd like to see some others.
Thanks
The a Redington Drift reel is very well made machined aluminum click and pawl design and impressive for $100
What size 2/3 wt or 5 wt or 6 wt?
Larry ---sagefisher---
Oops! A 5 or 6 wt.
Grey's G2
The Leland Sonoma Trout doesn't look too bad...
For another $75 you should be able to buy a used but in great condition Hardy LRH made in England. You won't regret spending the extra $$$.
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Pfuleger (sic) 1494 look for an Akron made.
Give eBay a try on Abel Trout or Creek series click and pawl. I'm seeing some great prices. These are fantastic reels.
I have a 1494 DA (made in Arkon) with a spare spool and Olive Green Carrying Case. PM me.Quote:
Originally Posted by narcodog
I don't believe 1494's are click and prawl. "they are a friction drag (shoe and disc) type, not a click pawl" Only the 1492 is and it may be a little small for him... Sorry
Ducksterman speaketh the truth.
Chuck
Attachment 12519Attachment 12520Prior to 1938 all Medalist reels were spring-and-pawl. The adjustable drag mechanism was invented by a member of the Golden Gate Casting Club who assigned the patent to Medalist gratis. Over the years I've acquired a couple of 1494 spring-and-pawl reels and one very early adjustable-drag model.
The first picture is of the two S&P models, other indications of early models are the sculpted posts, the amber-colored handle, the metal spool-release button and the round line guard. The reel on the left in the second picture is a S&P model and that on the right is an example of a S&P frame casting modified (apparently at the factory) to incorporate the adjustable drag (note the crowded rivet spacing and the lack of the boss to house the drag control knob and shaft which was added to later frame castings).
The very early ones were click and pawl.Quote:
Originally Posted by ducksterman
You are correct....and they were really early. I was referring to what might be available to him....there was an offer made on a "current "model ...
Maybe Preston will sell him his:rolleyes:
I have a 1492-1/2 on my 7ft glass 5/6-wt and it seems to be about right...
What model would serve me as a 6 wt?
1494 should work for you.
The 1494 would work as narcodog says...however quivira kid is saying that the 1492 1/2 works for him. The 1/2 just means it is wider and would therefore hold more line than the regular 1492. The 1492 is click and prawl and unless you mug a collector you will not likely get a click and prawl 1494. There are all kinds of 1494's available if you gave up on click and prawl. Another thing to be aware of is that the Medalists tend to be heavier than their counterparts of the same size so you might want to consider some of the earlier suggestions.
A heads-up about Medalists reels. Some of the relatively older ones had a reel foot that would not fit some fly rod seats. Just an FYI- try on your rod(s) before you buy.
Chuck
If you are still looking for a click and pawl reel there are a couple for sale on the http://www.classicflyrodforum.com
I would be hard pressed not to like the New Orvis Battenkill III. Maybe you could locate an Older Ross Colorado 2. A light, durable USA made c&p reel that can usually be had for around 1 benjamin
What line weight are you looking for? The Orvis Battenkill and new 2014 Orvis CFO are nice reels, but the largest size they come in (model III) only accommodates up to about a WF5 line with backing. The Hardy Lightweight series is probably the archetype in spring-and-pawl reels, and comes in the LRH and Princess models for a bit more capacity than the Orvis IIIs, but it doesn't have a palming rim. Leland Outfitters carries a house-brand Red Truck Diesel reel that copies a lot of the features of the Lightweight but also has a palming rim; it comes in sizes 3/4 (which I think is closer to a 4/5) and a 5/6 (which I think is more like a 6/7). The LL Bean Pocket Water is a nice alternative to the Battenkill but I think it only comes in one size.