Abu Garcia Black Max Spinning Reel Features - Machined aluminum spool - 3 ball bearings plus 1 roller bearing - Everlast bail system - Slow oscillation - Rocket line management system - Rocket spool lip design Abu Garcia Black Max Spinning Reel Specifications - Bearings: 4 (3 BB + 1RB) - Gear Ratio: 5.1:1 - Line Per Handle Turn: 27" - Line Capacity (Lb Test/Yards): MONO 6/185, 8/130, 10/110 - Max Drag: 14 lb - Weight: 8.90 oz - Drag Material: Oiled Felt - Braid Capacity (Lb/Yds): 8/190 - Reel Spool Material: Aluminum - Reel Size: 20 - Drag Type: Front - Retrieve Position: Left or Right - Model Number: BMAXSP20-C (Clam Pack) - Manufacturer Number: 1398076 - UPC: 036282324725
max drag with drag clicker 8+1 bearing system Lightweight A-Sym (asymmetric) body for a compact footprint Graphite sideplates Duragear brass gear MagTrax Braking System Gear ratio - 7.5:1 PVD coated one piece guides for increased durability Specifications Line weight (lb.): 10-20 lb
Features and Benefits 1-piece, 24-ton graphite blank with medium-heavy power for strength when pulling in fighters 90mm bent aluminum handle, high-density EVA split grip design and oversized co-molded, soft-touch knobs offer a comfortably sure hold Rubber butt cap 8 PVC-coated guides deliver durability Carbon Matrix Drag System provides 20 lbs
Once you start turning the handle, you can feel and hear the internal machinations of the reel working to pull the line in and wrap it around the spool
Bruce Not related to reels, but I have a small collection of telegraph keys, one of which is a Vibroplex Vibrokeyer, made in the late 60's according to the serial number