Snapper reel wanted around $200
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Topic: Snapper reel wanted around $200
Posted By: Ahab
Subject: Snapper reel wanted around $200
Date Posted: 12 Feb 2014 at 3:44pm
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Hi all, I'm looking to buy a snapper reel, as my beloved and much used Kilwell Genesis from FishbyFly is finally starting to cark it. I'm considering another Colton, probably a CRG II. I'm also thinking of a Lamson Konic from Rod and Reel. Any thoughts on either of these? The Colton Torrent is currently outside my budget, and they're out of stock anyway. However, if anyone has a reel they are willing to part with for around $200-$300, please get in touch. I don't mind at all if it's beaten up, as I do the bulk of my fishing from the rocks and my reels reflect this. Just so long as they're mechanically sound. And lucky. I fish 10WT from the rocks, and would prefer larger arbor. Thanks, Tom.
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Posted By: matto
Date Posted: 12 Feb 2014 at 5:44pm
Do check out some of the newer cheaper Sage reels , there is a die cast 2200 series 10wt reel that is put together with a reddington predator rod , with a rio fly line that is retailing for about $600.00 inclusive? . I am not sure of the reel on its own , and I have not tested one of these yet myself but I am willing to say I am sure you would get your moneys worth. Sage would not sell a 10 wt reel if it's drag was not capable. And with the fish you have caught on reels with next to no drag , why not just wrap the line around your hand and put the money into a sweet rod and fly line  ------------- http://www.legasea.co.nz" rel="nofollow"> 
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Posted By: FISHBYFLY
Date Posted: 12 Feb 2014 at 6:20pm
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Shimano Biocraft at FCO, there about $220.00 New Ive got one ,there well made, machined etc and smooth as drag. ------------- By Fly, Nothing Else,Just Fly |
Posted By: desmofrankie
Date Posted: 12 Feb 2014 at 8:37pm
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If you want I have a Lamson Guru (never used, long story) that I wanted to list on trademe, but it might be a bit small for you as it's a 3. |
Posted By: mowerman
Date Posted: 12 Feb 2014 at 8:59pm
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I Have a good Alvey which is good for surfcasting etc which could be for sale ------------- The People Protest Actions Speak Louder Than Words |
Posted By: Ahab
Date Posted: 12 Feb 2014 at 9:43pm
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Thanks all, Matto, I'll look at the Sage. I agree about the drag. I've gotten on fine with virtually no drag at all for snaps, so I probably shouldn't be too pernickety. Thanks Desmo, that looks like a good reel, but as you say, it's probably a bit smaller than I need. Mowerman, probably a bit grunty for what I'm after, ta.
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