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I just saw a photo of a fly reel that had a drop down elbow like attachment(looks like it was made that way) from the the reel to the reel seat, DOES ANYBODY KNOW WHAT THIS IS?

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Auto winder?


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Pictures?

Was this old or new?


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Look like this?

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I am not computer literate enough to post a pic of it, it wasn't an auto-winder. it had about a 2-3 inch space between the reel and the rod,it put the reel at a lot lower angle.

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it was new looking the pic had an Orvis rod with it.

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Ah,ha I found the website where I saw it.


www.bluegillonthefly.blogspot.com


I cannot see the name of the reel in the pic.

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Sounds fishy to me.

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this one?

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Yes, thanks buddy

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It's an Abel reel with the optional arm. I've got several of them (Abels), and have the "Able Arm" on a couple.

http://www.abelreels.com/pages/abel_arm.htm

Great, but pricy reels. The arm does give a different feel to the rod when casting. I like it on the two I have them on.


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I don't think it's anything other than a different mount design, one that allows the reel (and line) a little more clearance from the rod. Marketing gimmicks, fancy lightning holes in its structure; new design sells product. Doesn't work any better than the old stuff, IMHO.

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I have an Abel 3N for steelies...great reels.


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I love panfishing and bass fishing with the flyrod.


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Originally Posted by fluffy
I love panfishing and bass fishing with the flyrod.


kinda fun for pike in the shallows up in Ontario as well.... cool

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Once again, the CampFire comes through!!!!!!!!!!!!

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