I need some suggestions for a reel to pair with a new cane rod I bought last year. I prefer a classic look but it would be nice to be able to interchange spools. Any ideas?
Check these reels out. [url=http://www.rogueflyshop.com/retail/common/shop/srch_results.asp?store_id=201&dept_id=2&Manufacturer=Siskiyou+Design:186b3]http://www.rogueflyshop.com/retail/common/shop/srch_results.asp?store_id=201&dept_id=2&Manufacturer=Siskiyou+Design[/url:186b3]
[This message has been edited by caster (edited 28 January 2006).]
go to [url=http://www.jaustinforbes.com:cdd87]www.jaustinforbes.com[/url:cdd87] and feast your eyes. The Thistle is lovely, but look at them all, if only to dream.
I have been using Pflueger Medalist 1492 1/2 on a couple of cane rods. They are the smallest size Medalist, the 1/2 denotes wide spool.
Great sound and interchangable spool. Will take a 5 wt line with a decent amount of backing.
Mine are USA made. I picked them up on ebay fairly cheap. $25 - $35 (in that range).
I think they are classy looking and bullet proof
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Looked at some Vosseler reels today. Anybody have any experience with them? They have extra spool capability. The 5 weight was just over $200, and the extra spool was $90. German made. Very muted click, a smooth drag, and it appeared to be very well made. You might Google them and take a look Neil B.
I fish a Hardy LRH Lightweight on my 4wt bamboo.Nice classic look and sound.
I second the LRH suggestion. I use one and have 5 interchangable spools, quick and easy change outs, great reel and sounds great. A reel classic.
There is an Elkhorn Classic thats very nice as well
[url=http://www.elkhornflyrods.com:1fa68]www.elkhornflyrods.com[/url:1fa68]
jed
I knew you all would come up with some great ideas and you sure did! Thanks. The Hardys always seem to be a good match for cane and I love the look of the raised pillar reels. The Siskiyou reels are also gorgeous. Does anyone have any experience with the Bill Ballan reels?
I would look for an old Hardy can’t go wrong with them and they are part of the old cane thing. I have several of them and they are good reals and hold up real well. Just another opinion. Ron
I would recommend an old Hardy.
Though, those classic Elkhorn reels look nice and are well priced.