1495 medalist?

[Janus]

Hello all I got a wonderod 7'9" that does well with a dt7 can a 1495 hold it and a little bit of backing?. I tried a 1494 but it would't fit.
Janus

[namekagon]

According to their liturature... maximum DT is #7 on a 1494 1/2......#8 on the 1495.

[Greg H]

I use the 1495 (and also a 1595 spool for sinking line) on the 1495 and although it is WF7F, there is about 100ft of backing, so you should be fine.

If you don't know already - put the line one the real first and then the backing until the reel is filled to about 1/4" from the rim. This ensures the correct amount of backing. Remove the backing and line (by winding taking it off the reel as you go around some furniture or a couple of trees in the yard. Then attach backing to reel and wind all on correctly. This is the best way to ensure it comes out right.

[Janus]

Would anyone know by looking at this photo if this one could be converted to LH retrieve the seller says it is a diamolite..

[Colston Newton]

A 1495 will hold plenty of backing with a DT7. The only concern you should have is whether it will be too heavy if your rod is a modern light graphite.

[Janus]

No its a fiberglass wonderod ...on the heavy side.

[J Castwell]

Janus, you are in for a wonderful treat. The reel does NOT have rim control on the drag. The first 'real' fish you get hooked will rattle your teeth. Today's modern 'toys' make playing a fish a bit simple. You will not be so encumbered.

[Janus]

Castwell I have been using a 1494 for quite awhile now. But , it is a bit small for the line I need on this rod (dt7) so I have to move up. I know what you mean about the teeth rattling. It's an enjoyable kinda abuse.
Janus

[J Castwell]

The last fish I caught on one of those reels was an 8 pound steel head. Had a wonderful, and very memorable. time. Does it take more skill to play fish on that type of reel? Yes, I do think it does.

[Colston Newton]

The last fish I caught on one of those reels was an 8 pound steel head. Had a wonderful, and very memorable. time. Does it take more skill to play fish on that type of reel? Yes, I do think it does.

Absolutely...You can lose a finger trying to slow that spool.