A one-piece graphite frame and sideplates keeps weight down, but keeps the reel strong enough to cope with the 15-pounds of max drag the Rulon system is capable of putting out
Notes on Materials and Construction As with so many brands, Gregory is in the midst of a push to source more of its materials sustainably
But this reel is the best at casting distance
$30 Abu Garcia C3 6501 (silver n black), cosmetically after a cleaning would be 7, mechanically 8 $80ea (2) Abu Garcia 5600 D5 SW (RED), cosmetically 9.5/10, mechanically 10/10 $90ea (2) Abu Garcia 5600 C4 (BLUE), cosmetically 9.5/10, mechanically 10/10 $85ea (2) Abu Garcia 6600 C5 Mag-X (GREEN), cosmetically 9/10, mechanically 9.5/10 If purchased soon and by an american, i can ship cheaper as i'm headed across the border next week and can ship from Montana
This will last you quite a while since it's not prone to be damaged, but don't expect it to be cheap if you use it for multiple reels