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Old Mariner Reels
Old Mariner 12 Lever Drag Fly Reel
Old Mariner 12 Lever Drag Fly Reel
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Serious Power for Offshore and Surf
Built for powerful fish in demanding water, the Old Mariner 12 Lever Drag Fly Reel combines substantial backing capacity, fast line retrieval and precise drag control for offshore and surf fly fishing.
The dual-sided frame keeps the sealed ceramic bearings, drag and spool precisely aligned under extreme loads, helping prevent spool flex when the pressure is on. The fully sealed lever drag moves from free spool to full lock-down in a single turn, giving you fast, precise control throughout the fight.
With 300 yards of 30# Dacron backing capacity plus a WF12F line, the Old Mariner 12 is built for serious saltwater applications and is compatible with single-hand, switch and two-handed rods.
Specifications
- Spool Diameter: 4.500"
- Spool Width: 1.00"
- Arbor: 2.100"
- Line Capacity: 300 yds 30# Dacron + WF12F
- Weight: 11.7 oz
- Drag: Fully sealed lever drag with full lock-down in one turn
- Bearings: Sealed ceramic bearings
Manufactured & Assembled in West Palm Beach, Florida
Each Old Mariner reel is manufactured and assembled to order in West Palm Beach, Florida, with careful attention to fit, performance and the details that have defined Old Mariner reels for decades.
Lifetime Warranty
Built for a lifetime of fishing and backed by Old Mariner's lifetime warranty.
Testimonials
"One of the smoothest drag systems you will ever encounter. I've been fishing the 8 and 10 weight reels for a few months. Bullet proof, and drag tension is so easy to set. I am surrounded by the salt and have dropped, submerged and abused these reels. Paul is one of the most experienced, talented, fly reel manufacturer's you will ever meet. He has always stood behind his products and that goes back over 30 years. You will not be disappointed, I promise!"
-Guy Tillotson
Over 10 years of development by legendary fly reel maker Paul Conover, the Old Mariner fly reel is literally the smoothest and strongest reel i have ever had the opportunity to use. Built with a dual frame that supports the spool eliminating bearing wear, and a drawbar type sealed drag that has what seems like zero inertia start up along with materials that creates a weight that is actually lighter than other reels, there is really no equal - even comparing reels at twice the cost. Built in the USA, Paul stands behind this reel with a warranty that covers repair at no charge including shipping back to him for the life of the owner. No questions asked. For saltwater or fresh, tarpon, red fish, steelhead, or salmon and many others - in my mind - no other reel comes close.
- Tom Herr