So I recently acquired a medalist (the 1973-74 model as far as I can tell) that my buddy had on a jig pole for ice fishing, he was selling an extra pack basket he had and I told him I’d buy it if he threw in the reel. It appears to be in perfectly fine working condition, I was wondering if anyone out there is still using one, I’m considering getting a small stream rod and I think that the reel would work out pretty good for a 4 or 3 weight. Anyone have any insight they can provide or their experiences using one of these reels? Maybe a rod that you may have paired it with give me some ideas on putting together a vintage outfit?
Man, there are tons of people still using the Pflueger reels of all models. They are very hardy, look classy and sound nice when a fish makes a run. Enjoy it
I have one on my daughters 8’ four weight, balances it real nicely. they are great reels, perfect for trout, gills etc
I have a 1492 on my Lamiglass 7ft 3wt, and a 1492-1/2 on my Eagle Claw 7ft 5wt … both balance out fairly well and definitely look awesome.
One of the coolest reels ever; lucky guy!
I have one and several of its bigger brothers. They are all-time classics.
Unless you need a fine drag system or a large arbor for lines that have memory they are hard to beat.
Durability is beyond question. 
Hi Derik,
Going to be up your way in a few days. If you need/want the specs and diagrams for that reel let me know.
Mike
Yeah thanks if I have any questions I’ll be sure to ask. Not sure how the fishing has been downeast, but I’ve had a few trout and salmon here and there over towards the solon area. Water is just starting to really cool down a bit, I know guys that have been fishing leadcore and down riggers that have done well out on some lakes downeast. My contract in bangor ended up getting cut this year and the position I was hoping for in Jonesboro ended up falling through for me as well, so I’m working out of Hallowell now for the DMR out of that office, I’m getting a lot of fishing in with them and when you are fishing with the electro-fishing unit you sure rack up the numbers.
They are the “Timex Watch” of fly reels: “They take a lickin’, and keep on clickin’”!
3 out of 4 I own are in use! I love those things!
I have several and have used them for longer than I care to remember, great little reel