new reel advice

I am looking for a new conventional reel for pier fishing, it will need to be able to do double duty for deep sea bottom fishing, I would prefer an all metal reel that could be rebuilt for a lifetime of use, but one that wouldnt break the bank, any suggestions?

thanks

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Originally Posted by flymoron

I am looking for a new conventional reel for pier fishing, it will need to be able to do double duty for deep sea bottom fishing, I would prefer an all metal reel that could be rebuilt for a lifetime of use, but one that wouldnt break the bank, any suggestions?

thanks

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what are you trying to catch

IMHO the two are hardly compatable.
A true bottom fishing reel would be the size of a 4/0 (or better) which is not feasible to use (or allowed) on the pier.

If you're willing to go a little lighter, the Shimano Calcutta 700 or Torium 500 may suite you as well as the Ambassadeur 10000

Hope this helps!

I have a Calcutta 700 I'd be willing to part with. Send me a PM if interested

thanks for the advice!