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Brandon Khoo:
if I had bottomless pockets, I'd get one just because they look so different. Unfortunately, I do not so I doubt I will be getting one. I had a good look at a Van Staal when I was last in Singapore. I was really surprised at how small the gearbox (the main body of the reel) of the reel was. It was also very tight, not at all like a Stella which feels silky smooth. If you think a Saltiga feels rough compared to a Stella, you won't beleive what a Van Staal feels like.

I understand they are supposed to be very low maintenance compared to a Stella or Saltiga but I really don't know much about the reel.

If someone would like to give me one, I would be happy to report back on how they perform!!   ;D

Greg Burt:
The Accurate Twinspin 30 was like that [tight] new, very 'agricultural' but you definately can feel the power. S for smooth - S for Stella.
 The shimano Twinpowers are the smoothest reels I have ever had, but I wouldn't want to kill my TP6000 jigging, 20lb spinning / poppering no problem.
 

Cam Foley:
Sounds a bit like females ,got to work them a bit before they come good

Mack Carson:

--- Quote from: Cam Foley on April 28, 2007, 06:44:48 AM ---Thats what im talking about but serious whats the go with the van staal with no bail arm curious

--- End quote ---

The old Mitchel Surf reel had a roller on side rather than Bail arm. Early 70's late 60's.   Bloody good Idea I reckon. Had mine for over 25yrs. Dragged in quite a few Large Butters, and Salmon off southern beaches b4 retiring the old girl.
I'd buy one tomorrow. If they brought them out again. Macka17

Cam Foley:
Dont you have an old Mitchel reel GREG [BUN]?

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