I'm considering a reel for a 4wt rod I've yet to acquire. I have in mind (not yet ready to buy) a J. W. Young. I'd appreciate models and price
estimations. Other than a few pictures, I know nothing of their reels.
This forum began as Clark's Classic Bamboo Rod Forum, founded by Clark Davis for all who share a passion for classic rods. The forum is now owned by Whitefish Press aka Dr. Todd Larson - banjo.
For those who don't use English as their primary language we now have a translator for your language of choice hosted by Google.
0 Kudo
- Members Corner
- Forum Announcements
- Collecting Bamboo Fly Rods
- Fishing Bamboo Fly Rods
- Rod making, restoration, repairs and discussion on those related topics concerning bamboo rods.
- Rod and Reel Makers Forum
- Information About Makers & Manufacturers
- Taper Exchange
- Appraisals & Identification of Bamboo Fly Rods
- Ephemera, empherma and Ephemerella.....
- Book Talk
- Photos, paintings, written stories and talents.
- Classic Reels
- Collecting and Tying Classic Flies
- The Cooks Kitchen
- The Classic Fly Rod Classifieds
- Technical Support
Reel for a 4wt.
| Author | Comment | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
 aquabonito |
Reel for a 4wt. |
Lead | ||
|
Posts: 1019 03/29/2009 09:07 Angry Andy |
"You can't make new old friends"
 Andy
|
|||
|
|
||||
|
Flyman615 |
#1 | |||
|
Posts: 3161 03/29/2009 12:06 |
Hi Andy:
PM sent. Scott 
|
|||
|
|
||||
|
Frank Longcast.fiberglassflyro... |
#2 | |||
|
Posts: 27 03/30/2009 01:37 |
Andy, Check this link for starters
http://fiberglassflyrodders.yuku.com/topic/8586 |
|||
|
|
||||
|
Chartist1 |
#3 | |||
|
Posts: 302 03/30/2009 21:14 |
I think we need more information, specifically rod length.....If the rod is 8' to 8-1/2', then a Dingley 3" Perfect or Hardy 3-1/8" Perfect.
If the rod is 7-1/2', then an Orvis CFO III.....JW Young in 3-1/4" is my best guesstimate with the information provided.
|
|||
|
|
||||
|
aquabonito |
#4 | |||
|
Posts: 1020 03/30/2009 21:17 Angry Andy |
7 foot, 202E.
"You can't make new old friends"
Andy
|
|||
|
|
||||
|
pvansch1 |
#5 | |||
|
Posts: 4511 03/31/2009 08:13 Moderator |
If it doesn't have to be a classic, look for a nice Battenkill 5/6 or a Scientific Anglers System 1 456 - Click pawl reels.
They balance out a rod that length nicely
Pete
|
|||
|
|
||||
 tiptop |
#6 | |||
|
Posts: 525 03/31/2009 08:46 |
Andy -- On a 7' 4wt rod, I like a reel diameter under 3" because I think it looks proportional to rod length -- but that's just personal taste.
If that doesn't matter to you, almost any reel will work as long as it's not too heavy and the foot fits. If you want a vintage reel, a 2 7/8"
Hardy Uniqua from the 30's is a great quality reel and can be tweeked to be used LHW or used RHW if you prefer that. They have a bit of heft to balance
bamboo and can be bought for around $300. I don't think balance is particularly important on a 7' rod because it's so light anyway so another reel
I really like for a 7' 4wt. is the Hardy Featherweight (middle brother of the LRH series). This is a lighter reel than the Uniqua and can be found used
for $200 - $250. There are a number of clones of this reel that are very good quality and run less than $100 -- like the vintage Heddon 300 series. Good
luck!
|
|||
|
|
||||
|
Chartist1 |
#7 | |||
|
Posts: 303 03/31/2009 21:37 |
I have a 7' four weight that I use a hardy featherweight on.....perfect fit.....it holds 4WFF or 3DT.
|
|||
|
|
||||
|
teter |
#8 | |||
|
Posts: 1275 03/31/2009 22:10 |
The Featherweight and Uniqua are both good suggestions.
|
|||
|
|
||||
- Members Corner
- Forum Announcements
- Collecting Bamboo Fly Rods
- Fishing Bamboo Fly Rods
- Rod making, restoration, repairs and discussion on those related topics concerning bamboo rods.
- Rod and Reel Makers Forum
- Information About Makers & Manufacturers
- Taper Exchange
- Appraisals & Identification of Bamboo Fly Rods
- Ephemera, empherma and Ephemerella.....
- Book Talk
- Photos, paintings, written stories and talents.
- Classic Reels
- Collecting and Tying Classic Flies
- The Cooks Kitchen
- The Classic Fly Rod Classifieds
- Technical Support
Quick Reply
The Orvis database by Greg Reynolds Finally available again!!
Check out the Paul Young Rod Co. database which is owned and maintained by member Robert Golder (quashnet).
Paul Young Rod Co. database by quashnet
DISCLAIMER:The views, and opinions, posted here are the sole responsibility of the poster. Negative comments, when directed at individuals, or other private concerns, will not be tolerated, posters should treat this media no differently than any other media source, in other words, if you would not submit what you are going to post in the newspaper, or a magazine, and sign your name as the author, kindly refrain from doing so here. The Classic Fly Rod Forum is not an open air forum for vendor/maker complaints. If you seek resolution, it is recommended you talk to the vendor/maker. If you seek an audience, it is recommended you go elsewhere. The admin and the Moderators reserve the right to remove any items deemed inappropriate according to the rules of conduct prominently displayed on each forum. If you have any questions or concerns you are free to email us at
send email to the Classic Fly Rod Forum
Posting to sell Domain names and the like, i.e. SPAM, is against YUKU Policy, if you post these types of posts here you will be banned from this board and YUKU will more than likely ban you from the site entirely. Thank you..........
The Fly Fishing Loop is sponsored by flydepot.com
[ Home Waters | Next | Random | List | Search ]
