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Abel SDF Solid Fly Reel 6/7 wt - Native Brown Trout with Native Brook Drag Knob

$1524

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Description

Abel SDF 6/7 wt Solid Native Brown Trout with Native Brook Drag The SDF (Sealed Drag Fresh) is a scaled-down version of the award-winning saltwater titan featuring similar porting and a stainless steel / carbon fluoropolymer drag system. The SDF boasts an enormous amount of drag, an adjustment range almost three times greater than its predecessor, and virtually zero start up inertia. User convertible retrieval system Large arbor increases line retrieval rate and reduces line memory Almost a full ounce lighter than the original SD Drag pressure ranges from zero to an amazing 10 pounds Incredibly wide range of drag adjustment from zero to max Designed & machined by trout junkies in Colorado Quick change spool Made in USA Designed and hand-painted by Abel's in-house artists, who've painted thousands of reels over the past 25 years, these finishes are for those anglers who see their reel as an extension of their own personality. Complimentary premium fly line, backing and UPS ground shipping with the purchase of any reel. Oyster will rig your new reel with backing and a premium line so you are ready to hit the water when it arrives! **Custom reels available for order, please contact us to place an order: shannen@oysterbamboo.com or 706-374-4239**

Fishing Profile

Reel
Best for
Trout, Fly, Brown Trout
Techniques
Fly Casting, Streamer Fishing, Nymphing
WaterFreshwater

Field Notes

Use this solid fly reel for trout fly fishing on rivers and streams where you want smooth, high-capacity drag performance. Pair it with an appropriate 6/7 wt fly line and backing for long casts and controlled runs on larger trout.

Pros

  • Sealed drag system with very wide adjustment range
  • Large arbor design improves line retrieval and reduces line memory
  • Quick change spool for faster setup changes
  • Virtually zero start-up inertia for better hooksets
  • Made in USA with hand-painted finish

Cons

  • High-end reel price
  • Requires correct 6/7 wt fly line/backing setup

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