Koda,

I had some questions about this model reel from your site.  I figured if we talked about it openly it might be good advertisement.  I am thinking come February for my Biday about purchasing this reel from you in a 6wt range.  I am still content inthe 5-6wt set up, as its versatility is a necessity form my stand point.

Does this model have spare spools made for it?  I would like to have a couple different line options available as I progress in my strategies for fish.  Is it a solid reel in your opinion?  I know it must be more solid then the plastic one I am currently using, but is it a lifetime purchase or soemthing I will get a couple good years from?

I also think that it looks beautiful and very well crafted.  And as I feel that I have come to know you. I would like to help your business where I can.

Thank you,

Theron

For any one interested in viewing this reel the link is:

www.blackbearflyfishing.com/servlet/the-74/Fishon-M60-Mid-Arbor/Detail

Thanks for the support Brother! The M60 is without doubt one of the biggest bangs for the bucks in a mid arbor fly reel on the planet. It's a silk smooth reel with a one way Torrington bearing and a drag system that can put the brakes on a strong salmon if called upon to do so. Yet it can be backed off to protect a one pound tippet. Counter balanced spools with exposed palming rim. Don't think I missed anything when this one was on the CAD system. The standard color is silver which is  a completely 100% machined from aluminum barstock reel. Then it's clear anodized.  I have had them in black, in a black and orange combination which is real pretty, and I've seen a few gold anodized. The silver is the front runner though and colors depend on production runs. Spare spools are available.

Since Lee's is where I'll be hanging out forever more, forum members here will get discounts on fly fishing gear

I try to make it a point not to "advertise" on forums but since you asked, well I do answer questions if I know the answers

Honestly, it's a well designed reel (had to say that, it's my design ) and it's a rugged reel. If one was connered by a disturbed black bear and the rod was reversed to whoop on said bear it is my sincere belief that the bear would get the worst end of the deal. After cleaning one's shorts they could resume fishing as if nothing happened. That's a guarantee! For the reel anyway. The rod may not fare so well depending on the material it's made from.

If you manage to wear it out in your lifetime (which I don't believe is possible as the innards are stainless steel) I'll just get you another one !

Koda,

I didn't realize that you were actually behind your products.  I mean, I had no idea they were your designs and manufactured to your specs.  that makes me even feel better about purchasing one.

Can you get me spools for different lines for that reel?  Doing my homework first....

Thanks,

Theron

Dave

You are spot on my friend! The M60 was ole reliable. Drop it off a slick, drag it through the rubber trees, the sand, and just whoop on it, and always, it worked. Though the reel is not belt fed, rather line fed, it's every bit as rugged and reliable

 Hi Dave V.

Are you sure that you have the strength to run an 11 weight?...That is a man's rod.