Shilton SL Spey Custom Fly Reel Black-Gold-Black

Shilton products have been on the market for over two decades now! During this time, the well thought-out reels have not only enriched the experiences of many anglers on the water and given them confidence in their adventures, they have also been continuously improved over the years. The origin of these reels: South Africa. A diverse country where fine trout fishing is just a stone's throw away from action-packed saltwater fishing. In between: Bass, yellowfish, tigerfish and co. And the range of applications for these reels is as diverse as their country of origin. Whether trout or GT, one thing is particularly important to the manufacturer when it comes to its fly reels: reliable performance, no matter what. The company's motto: "We Stop Fish" - and Shilton is pursuing precisely this goal with the robust SL Spey - a reel that has been specially developed for powerful fish in large rivers. It is not without reason that some of the most renowned salmon and steelhead lodges in the world rely on the uncompromising performance of the SL Spey.

Shilton SL Spey fly reel:
The SL Spey is the workhorse of two-handed reels - designed for heavy two-handed rods, big rivers and uncompromising control on the fight with powerful opponents such as Atlantic salmon, sea trout or steelhead. Their virtually indestructible design has proven itself in over 20 years of guiding use worldwide - from Norwegian glacial rivers to the legendary waters of Canada and Alaska. The SL Spey has proven to be absolutely "bulletproof", especially in the rental operation of many large lodges - even after years of intensive use in cold, wet and often inhospitable conditions.

The robust cork drag system with one-way plungers delivers smooth braking power with high control - particularly important when using thin leaders in strong currents. The large cork drag starts reliably, even when a salmon or steelhead shoots downstream at maximum speed.

Why Korkers?
True to the motto KISS - keep it simple & stupid. The cork drag offers an open, controllable system that is easy to maintain and works extremely reliably. This is because the braking resistance is generated by the contact surface of a cork disc on the inside of the spool and the pressure is regulated via the handy brake knob. A very simple system that has proven its worth many times over the years. Thanks to the nature of the natural material, the large cork disc also guarantees that the drag always starts up extremely smoothly, so you don't have to worry if the fish takes off at full speed, even when fishing with thin leaders.

Further features of the Shilton SL Spey:
The reel and spool have been CNC-milled from a single piece of high-quality 6082 T6 aluminium - robust, corrosion-resistant and lightweight. The type II anodising provides optimum protection against external influences such as moisture, impact and abrasion. The generous line capacity is designed for thick shooting heads (Skagit, Scandi) and lots of backing - perfect for large rivers with powerful fish. The medium spool diameter ensures a good balance between retrieving speed and storage capacity. The clicking drag knob, which always delivers constant drag settings in the respective setting, and the exposed "palming rim" help to perfectly control the drag force. The simple, extremely robust construction of the reel without many small individual parts is very robust and low-maintenance. All parts are CNC-machined and corrosion-resistant. So whether you're fishing for GT, tarpon, peacock bass, arapaima - or even the largest, sea-wandering salmonids on the Werl, the uncompromising performance of the Shilton SL will give you the confidence you need when hunting the strongest fish.

In short, the Shilton SL Spey is the perfect choice for anyone embarking on extended two-handed adventures for salmon, sea trout or steelhead, or for those who prefer a more traditional reel design for saltwater fishing. It combines maximum resilience with ease of use and a clear design language - a real workhorse for the big moments on the water.

Details:

• Heavy-duty two-handed reel for salmon, steelhead & sea trout
• 100% suitable for saltwater, also ideal for GT, tarpon and co.
• Designed for heavy shooting head systems and lots of backing
• Open, robust cork drag system with smooth start-up
• CNC-milled from high-quality 6082 T6 aluminium
• Type II anodising for optimum protection
• Medium spool diameter: balance between feed & capacity
• Palming rim for manual control
• Clicking brake knob for precise adjustment
• Quiet clicker in both directions
• Low maintenance and extremely robust
• Easy reversal of the crank direction (RHW / LHW)
• Supplied with protective reel bag & care product
• Limited lifetime Shilton guarantee
• Colour: Black/Gold/Black