Thread: wtb 705 for 10yr old lefty

Im looking for a 705 for my son who reels w his right. doesnt have to be mint. if not a 705 whats a decent reel with some capacity that isnt too pricey?

[size=12pt]There is one 705 on Ebay

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Left...item4ab2248e50[/size]

I would stay away from a 705 because you can't manually flip the bail, you have to crank the handle.Do the kid a BIG favor and get him one of the following reels with the bait runner feature:Old model Shimano BTR 4500(used price around $75),Penn 560L(new around $145) and the best reel for the money is the Okuma Avenger ABF65 and we sell it for $62.

Thamks John...that the reply i meeded and im very appreciative! btw, he's already eye-balling my customrod! Happy Holidays, Greg

Ya have to remember, H&H were 10 and 12 when the pier reopened and having the bait runner feature on their reels made them successful in catching fish while I was busy choking every thing that I tried to hook.

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I would stay away from a 705 because you can't manually flip the bail, you have to crank the handle.Do the kid a BIG favor and get him one of the following reels with the bait runner feature:Old model Shimano BTR 4500(used price around $75),Penn 560L(new around $145) and the best reel for the money is the Okuma Avenger ABF65 and we sell it for $62.
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Two thumbs up, John!

I certainly agree with the bait runner option, and that Avenger fits the bill well.

Great advice.

:bow: :headbang: :yay:

If you are still looking for a 705 i have one in decent shape i will sell. let me know thanks