Lamson® Konic Fly Reels
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- Fully sealed conical drag system
- Delivers optimal performance
- Abrasion-resistant finish--no electrostatic paint
- 100% solid polyurethane coating
Lamson Konic Spare Spool sold separately and can be found through item search for sku number 1544587.
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Rated 5 out of 5 by ilikefins Outstanding Reel
I paired this reel in 5W with a custom 7 1/2' bamboo flyrod. What a dream! Sturdy construction, excellent drag system and casts a mile! Wish I had bought this one a long time ago. The other reels I have are good, but this is already my favorite! Many thanks to Bill and Dave at the Denver Bass Pro Shops for their assistance in helping me pick out the perfect reel for my new flyrod.
May 20, 2009
Rated 5 out of 5 by Bryce Very nice
This conical drag system on this reel is so awesome it holds up to any fish. The large arbor is great too.
January 14, 2009
Rated 5 out of 5 by Oldfisher22 Excellent Reel!
I put this reel on the 9' 5wt TFO pro series and it works great. As a fairly new fly fishermen this reel works very well and is easy to learn on. I can put out long smooth casts and the drag is awsome.
December 30, 2008
Rated 5 out of 5 by flybum Best Reel I know
have been a fan of Lamson reels for several years now but the Knoic surpasses all my expectations for an introductory level reel. This is the tightest cast aluminum reel I have ever seen, it seems as tight as several fully machined brands on the market today and when you put the Lamson Conical Drag in it, this is one low priced reel that can’t be beat. This is one tough reel that I think will last most any “weekend fly flinger” a lifetime without any troubles.
November 10, 2008
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I HAVE BURNED UP 3 MARTIN 72'S IN 5 WEEKS, THE DRAG SYSTEM IS NOT TOUGH ENOUGH TO WITH HOLD THE ABUSE AND CONSTANT WARE I AM PUTTING ON THESE REELSAnswers
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You won't have a problem with the drag on this reel. It's the same drag Lamson/Waterworks uses on it's much more expensive reels.
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I use a konic for catching longtail tuna (northern bluefin) to 20 kg and MacTuna (false albacore?) to about 12 kg's on 8 and 10 wt rods. After heaps of fish I've still not had a problem. These fish pull a couple of hundred yards of backing off the reel pretty quickly - never had a problem after 2 seasons. At the price I've got several and even if it does after 3 or 4 years it is great value.Details:
is the retrieve on the left hand sideAnswers
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Either side, it is reversible via clutch once the spool is removed.A:
It comes on the left hand side, but it's so easy to change sides, no tools at all needed. diagrams and specs come with the reel.A:
It is completely reversible.
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To Unlucky angler, The retrieve on this reel as with all Lamsom reels is easily converted for either right or left hand. Prior to putting backing and fly line this should be done. If the retrieve is wrong for you than you need to visit your pro shop, have the line and backing removed and have the retrieve switch made and then install line and backing for proper operation.A:
Either left or right handAnswers
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The spool just pops off with a little effort. No buttons to push.A:
Yes, absolutely. It is a friction fit. Go to Lamson Waterworks as they have "in your face" files for each reel & their function.
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Slugger9 , Yes and you can get spare spools as well.A:
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Yes, just remove the spool, tap the anti reverse bearing out and turn it over, then replace the spool.
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Although the instructions on how to switch to left hand are a bit long winded, switching is fairly easy to do. Instructions: Changing the retrieve direction of your reel is accomplished by reversing the direction of an internal clutch assembly. First, remove the spool and unscrew by hand the cap at the end of the center cylinder. By removing the cap the clutch should fall out (tap lightly on flat surface if necessary, or use a pencil to help freeand control the clutch). Flip the clutch over and install. Female notches on the clutch must fit into male notches inside the cylinder. Use a pencil or similar clean tool to rotate the clutch as necessary. Reinstall the cap by hand. Cap should thread down flush with body.
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yes i use it for flats fishing for bonefish and permitA:
I only use mine in saltwater and it gets the occasional dunking. But it is washed in warm fresh water after each outing (take it into the shower when you have a rinse), thoroughly dried and serviced.
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It is suitable salwater because of the sealed drag and the drag system they use on the water works is all the same for every model.1 of 1
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