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Centerpin Reel Review |
Milner Kingfisher
Kingfisher
Size: 4.375" Weight: 8.94oz. Construction: 6061 aluminum, C360 hard brass, and 316 stainless steel. Bushing or Bearing: (bearing model reviewed-both available) MSRP: 535.00 (with check knob) Finish: Bronze 200 Line Capacity: 250 yds. 15# Clicker: 3 position check lever Website: http://www.johnmilnerreels.com/ Description from the manufacturer: Originally constructed with the proven brass bushing, the Kingfisher is now offered with either bushing or ball bearings. This fine reel is meticulously hand-crafted on manual lathes and milling machines and finished with John’s hand-built three-piece brass and ebonite handles and a solid brass reel foot. With a three position check-lever, the Kingfisher is made from solid bar stock 6061 aluminum, C360 hard brass, and 316 stainless steel. Reviewer: Mike B (Cornbread)
Source of supply: Erie Outfitters
Erie Outfitters: Sheffield, OH, 1-440-949-8934 www.erieoutfitters.com
email: erieoutfitters@yahoo.com Ratings: Start up 9/10
Cold, clear water, small offering and a small float. That's what was on the menu the day my Kingfisher arrived. Out of the box and on the water within hours and all I could say is "wow" I have fished 2 gram floats in frog water and have yet to "give it a bump" Very smooth as well. Durability of finish: 8/10
I've beat on it for 2 years and could call it new. I fish my gear, lay it on rocks, slather it with bait goop and most of all I enjoy it. One thing I enjoy is not having to worry, this reel will take it. I'll pull a line from the website..."John provides a tough durable finish to his reels. Going above industry standards, he uses a special process called “bronzing” with his anodizing method" and it shows. Ease of cleaning & part replacement: 9/10
All replacement parts are available on the website, the bearings are German ABEC 5 0.500 x 0.250 x 0.1875. The spool is simple to remove with only one screw making cleaning easy. Aesthetics: 10/10
I had to give up a 10 for the looks. The bronze, brass and ebonite handles and check lever give the look of a classic, while preforming like a modern day master piece. Sexy & solid is my description. Overall Fishability: 9/10
I give a 9 because nothing is the end all be all. However this as is close as I've come. A smooth, responsive reel that is a pleasure to fish in any conditions.
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Rating for centerpins Centerpins are rated on a standard 1 through 10 scale and judge based on five criteria. 1) Start up 2) Durability of finish 3)Easy of cleaning and part replacement 4)Aesthetics 5) Overall Fishablity
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