Orvis Battenkill Disc Reel | III; Black

The Orvis Battenkill Disc Reel is already a proven legend among Orvis fly reels, and its updates prepare it to usher in the next decade. The Orvis Battenkill Disc Fly Reel design team has ingeniously updated the critical features of the reel without compromising its reliability and workhorse nature. They have engineered tighter tolerances within the Orvis Battenkill Fly Reel to ensure even smoother operation, and the drag knob now has an improved 'hand feel.' Moreover, the reelfoot is curved to avoid kinking leaders, while new understated colors complement the aesthetic of Superfine, Classic Bamboo, or freshwater Helios and Recon rods.This latest Battenkill Disc version is a contemporary masterpiece with a robust Hydros SL drag system. It has six interacting carbon and stainless drag surfaces that interact to create an efficient drag system. The reel's positive click drag is easy to adjust, and it is built with 6061-T6 aircraft aluminum and an ergonomic Delrin handle. The reel is mid-arbor and has a ported design that honors the Battenkill reels of the past. It's also user-friendly and can be easily switched from left to right-hand retrieve. The reliable Orvis Battenkill disc drag fly reel with the latest in design improvements is a modern classic that pleases the eye and tames runaway fish.The proven legend ushered into the next decadeSmoother operation from tightened tolerancesIncludes the stout, simple-to-adjust Hydros SL drag systemKink-free leader storage from a curved reelfootMid-arbor with a ported designBuilt of 6061-T6 aircraft aluminum with an ergonomic Delrin handleBattenkill Disc II is 3' diameter for 35wt. rods, III is 3.25' for 57wt. and IV is 3.6' for 79wt.

Price: $189.00 from FishUSA