At Swift River the search for classic fly reels is as important as the search for the best cane rods. I am pleased to be able to offer a limited selection of reels from Peerless, Hardy, and Hal Bacon that provide a range of choices in both style and function. These reels all feature the design elements and fine craftsmanship that will endure the test of time. I hope to be able to add more choices as time and resources permit.

If you purchase a rod and reel from Swift River at the same time, depending on the actual items, a discount of 10% on either the rod or the reel may be possible. Please inquire, but other than that no discounts on reels are offered.

 

Peerless
Peerless Reels are traditionally styled and handcrafted to exacting tolerances in the tradition of Leonard and Vom Hofe They feature right to left hand reversibility and are among the best made reels in America today, at any price. Both trout and salmon models will last a lifetime and run smoothly enough to fish the lightest tippets or handle the toughest fish.

Peerless trout models 1A, 1 1/2, 2A, and 3A for line capacities 1 through 8 all feature externally adjustable drag systems, oil impregnated bronze bearings, stainless steel shaft, no glare finish, and a unique pawl system.

 

Hal Bacon
Hal Bacon, former owner of the Payne Rod Company, has recently introduced some very nice, moderately priced, classically designed reels; a great linking of quality and value.

The reel frames, feet and handles are anodized with a champagne color to resemble antique nickel-silver. The front and back plates are anodized a deep black. The handles are Delrin with anodized aluminum counter weights. The drive system uses a stainless steel spindle and bearing on each mounting plate to provide smooth operation. The drag system has a stainless steel cam action pawl and all drag component parts are made of stainless steel or marine brass and lubricated with the best available waterproof grease. All reels have a twenty-five year warrantee against any defects in materials and workmanship.

Hardy Reels
The House of Hardy continues to make some outstanding fly reels after more than a century of setting world wide standards for discerning anglers. I usually stock one or more models so please inquire about price and availability.

Silk Lines
Silk fly lines often bring out the very best in classic and new split-cane rods. I have had excellent results in the past year with Thebault silk lines and so this Spring we expect to begin offering JP Thebault silk fly lines for sale at standard retail prices. Please inquire.