Quote Originally Posted by hardhat View Post
There are some Okuma Vashon reels on ebay at very low prices. I beleive they are around $50.00 with free shipping. This reel does have a sealed system.
I've been using Okuma reels a lot and they are fantastic quality for the money. I use a very basic Sierra 4/5 for most situations. "Most situations" meaning any time I use a 3 or 4 wt rod. I landed a 3 lb+ spotted bass Thursday on my 3wt with that Sierra. It has great drag and you can get them new for $30-$40 or cheaper. Another reason I use them is their size. They are very small and very durable. I prefer smaller reels, usually standard arbor, for anything 6wt and under.