Abel Fly Reels

Abel Reels are assembled to tolerances of ten-thousandths of an inch, using the highest quality materials, such as cold-finished 6061-T651 aerospace grade aluminum, aircraft bearings, and high grade cork. Abel has not compromised on these materials for over 23 years.

While much of the work that goes into our reels is internal, the most-recognized feature of an Abel Reel is still an external one; the finish. With a full, in-house anodization and polishing department, we are able to create finishes that are both artistic and functional. Making an Abel product a beautiful tool that any angler can be proud of.

Abel reel frames, spools, drag knobs and feet have always been constructed of 6061-T651 cold-finished aerospace-grade aluminum; a material that offers a strength-level easily comparable to mild steel. Cold-finished aluminum is milled from a solid block, unlide industry standard extruded aluminum that is used in virtually every other reel manufactured today. Although the cost of cold-finished aluminum is 2 1/2 times as much as its counterpart, the superior properties easily justify its use in Abel Reels. guaranteeing the exceptional quality that Abel is known for.