Dr.Fish Long Shot Spinning Reel, Saltwater Fishing Reel 10000/12000 Surf Fishing Reel, 13+1 BBS, 48LB Max Drag, Ultra High Capacity, Heavy Duty Long Cast Offshore Trolling Reel Surf Casting

Purchased this reel a year ago and that is about as long as it lasted. It is a very good reel, but I would say it is not for saltwater. I take good care of my equipment including desalting, rinsing, and oiling between uses. This outing, the reel became difficult to reel in and then final froze in the middle of a Cobia fight. Had to pull the line by hand to get the fish to the boat. If I had neglected the reel, not cleaning and maintenance the reel, then it would be on me. But that is not the case. Great reel for a year, fished it a dozen times, but not made for saltwater.

I’m very happy with this reel, holds a lot of braided line, is not to heavy, seems solid and well put together with a real smooth operation have been using it to surf cast and so far so good.

Good quality and great casting distance but very heavy not very comfortable for spinning. My arm got sore after just half our of casting and spinning. I would rather it was lighter.

Drag knob broke at first use. Emailed Dr. Fish to get the reel fixed, after 2 weeks of waiting and no response from Dr. Fish I have asked Amazon for a refund.5 stars for Amazon, will never buy from Dr Fish.

Better than expected