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    Default If money were no object re fly reel?

    Several months ago I posed the same question re fly rods. Your responses were very interesting and helpful. Rather than purchase one very expensive rod, I "settled" for 4 Sage rods and have been especially pleased with the two Z-Axis models ( 4 wt and 5 wt.).

    Now I wnat to know your views on the "best" reel for 3/4 wt.

    As always, thanks in advance.
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    I love my lamsons. Galvin ain't bad either.

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    Only if money was no object, and they aren't made any more: Charlton

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    Where you go is less important than how you take the steps.
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    Nautilus is "The reel" now in my opinion. I have just one and I love it.

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    Lotech--one word--WOW!
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    I'll second the Lamsons. I'm particularly happy with my Velocity.
    If it swims and eats, it'll eat a fly.

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    Depends upon what size fish I would be fishing for and the drag requiirements. For most trout fishng, I don't think it really matters. The reels mentioned so far are all good ones. I would may add to the list something like Hatch, Tibor, maybe a Makko for really big fish--if money were no object.

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    - Just holds the line -

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    There are a ton of nice $100 reels (and maybe even cheaper) out there. Unless you are into extreme fishing, you will not be fishing steelhead or salt with a 3 or 4 weight reel and you won't need a lot of backing or drag. Orvis makes a nice one. Most anything will hold line just fine. Might look at an old Hardy for some flavor. Just buy whatever suits your fancy. Spending big money for some super drag isn't necessary. Never seen a 3/4 Billy Pate.

    Bob

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