basic fly reel Classic Stream 3-4wt. – Proof Fly Fishing + Supplied in Hardy neoprene reel pouch. How Stuff Works: Reels -

They are a highly effective lure for all sorts of fishing but especially for those fish that feed on small streamlined baitfish and elver or eels

This one is from the mid-70's, and has its original labeled brown and white triangular case but the bag is a well made replacement in plaid fabric like the original

Large arbor reels are popular because: They store your fly line in larger coils, reducing line memory problems They retrieve faster due to the larger spool size The drag operates more smoothly because the wider spool creates less start up inertia When choosing a reel, it is imperative to first decide what fish you want to target John Horsey Types of drag systems used on fly reels The simplest drag is the click-and-pawl system whereby a spring pushes the pawl into a gear on the reels spool to create both tension and a clicking noise as line is pulled off the reel

It has to be set up according to the weight you are using