Old battered reels required!

[Paul Arden]

Not a rimfly man then?

[ACW]

Paul
fishing and gardening the next few days as its gone mild for the time of year.
however temps set to drop ,so next week i can have a delve ,I am sure there are a couple that could wing your way !

[Paul Arden]

That would be fantastic Andy - thanks!

[Lasse Karlsson]

I already sent you one
When that breaks, I'll send this

Cheers
Lasse

[Paul Arden]

“When that breaks”?

Ok it’s broken

[Lasse Karlsson]

It was a rimfly, they don't break

[Graeme H]

Here's an article that might help people avoid sending their beloved gear to the Paul Arden Convalescence Home for Retired Reels* : https://guiderecommended.com/11-tips-fo ... hing-reel/



Cheers,
Graeme

(* also incorporating the Paul Arden Fly Reel Destruction Testing Laboratory)

[Paul Arden]

I think we need a modern day rimfly. Cost £20, spools were a fiver. Lasted a decade or more without any service. The only drag system that was infinitely variable, evtremely sensitive, and could be altered at a moments notice during the fight - the exposed rim for palm control!

[Paul Arden]

The reel foot has always been a weak point. I’m surprised no one machines these complete from the same barstock as the reel frame itself - or is there such an animal?

Cheers, Paul

[bartdezwaan]

Hatch does is.
They are a bit more expensive than 20pounds.

Cheers, Bart