Abel SDS Series Sealed Drag Saltwater Fly Reels (Black) w/ Ported Frame
Winner of the best new saltwater reel at the 2016 ICAST/IFTD show, the long anticipated Abel SDS (Sealed Drag Salt) takes all the power, reliability, and smoothness of its smaller freshwater counterpart and combines them in a larger package capable of taking on the hardest pulling and fastest running saltwater gamefish species, no matter its size. With a unique multi-disc drag system that yields an industry leading 20 plus pounds of braking power, this series is completely sealed from the elements, ensuring anglers the flawlessly reliable performance the want and need. Available in 3 sizes beginning January 2017, and perfect for everything from fighting big bones on light tippets to halting hard-fighting triple-digit tarpon dead in their tracks, the exciting new Abel SDS Saltwater Series Sealed Drag System Fly Reels are sure to please.
Reel frame, spool, drag knob and foot made of 6061-T651 cold finished aerospace grade aluminum
Fully Sealed alternating stacked carbon composite and stainless steel disc drag system
Quick change spool
User convertible retrieval direction
Standard Stock Color is Gloss Black (Custom/Artist Finishes by special order!)
Standard Stock Handle is Wood (Custom Aluminum Options by special order!)