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Shilton Fly Reels
Made in Johannesburg, South Africa
Shilton Fly Reels - CL Series - Far North Rodsmiths 
CL Series Reels
Freshwater Standard Arbor

- Precision machined from 6082 T6 high
  grade aluminum bar stock.
- All components machine crafted from the
  latest CNC technology.
- Fully ventilated spool and frame to assist in
  weight reduction and line drying.
- Anodized finish for maximum corrosion
  resistance.
- Advanced specially formulated polymer disk
  drag system, running on polished stainless
  steel disc which delivers a very smooth and
  low start-up inertia, with zero engagement
  backlash.
.
- Silent retrieve and drag rotation.
- Click type drag knob for consistent setting
- The range of drag settings is custom
  adjustable to your specific needs.
- Spool running on precision roller and deep
  groove ball bearings in sealed housing.
- Exposed palming rim for additional control.
- Quick release spool change with no loose parts.
- Simple right-left hand conversion.
- High capacity.
- Low weight.
- All markings are engraved on reel frame.
- Saltwater approved.
- Supplied with leather pouch.
 

*The CL1 is a Large Arbor (SLL) version of the CL2 reel.  The same diameter and less capacity makes it a great 3-4 weight reel.  Change out the spool with a standard CL2 spool and you can now go all the way from a 3wt to a 6wt with one reel!
Reel Price Color / Retrieve Line Dia. Weight
(oz)
Capacity
(20#)
CL1* $345
3-4 2.9" 4.4 WF4 + 200yds
CL2 $335
4-6 2.9" 4.4 WF5 + 165yds
CL3 $355
5-7 3.1" 4.6 WF6 + 180yds
CL4 $370
6-8 3.3" 4.9 WF7 + 220yds
CL5 $390
7-9 3.6" 5.6 WF8 + 250yds
CL6 $420
8-10 3.8" 6.2 WF9 + 330yds

 
Shilton Fly Reels - CK Series - Far North Rodsmiths 
CK Series Reels
Freshwater Medium Arbor

The Shilton freshwater large arbor reels have two reels in the range, the CK 2 (4-5wt) which holds 60m of 20lb backing with a 5 wt floating line, and the CK 3 (6-7 wt) which holds 90m of 20lb backing with a 7wt floating line. These reels sport the unmistakable Shilton porting and use the tried and tested, ultra smooth CL Series drag. Like all the other Shilton reels these reels are machined from solid 6082 T6 bar stock using the latest CNC technology and come with a limited life warranty. The reels come in a genuine leather pouch. 
 
 
Reel Price Color / Retrieve Line Dia. Weight
(oz)
Capacity
(20#)
CK2 $375
3-4 3.1" 4.8 WF4 + 75yds
CK3 $410
5-6 3.3" 5.1 WF6 + 100yds
 
 
CR Series Reels
Freshwater Ultra Large Arbor
 
 
Reel Price Color / Retrieve Line Dia. Weight
(oz)
Capacity
(20#)
CR3 $450
5-6 3.8" 4.9 WF5 + 140yds

Shilton Fly Reels - SL Series - Far North Rodsmiths 
SL Series Reels
Saltwater Medium Arbor
  • Precision machined from 6082 T6 high grade aluminium bar stock.
  • All components machine crafted from the latest CNC technology.
  • Fully ventilated spool and frame to assist in weight reduction and increased airflow for faster line drying.
  • Anodised finish for maximum corrosion resistance.
  • Large custom processed high-grade cork drag disc which delivers a very smooth and powerful drag system with exceptionally low start up inertia.
  • Click type drag knob for consistent setting.
  • Washers and springs are captive within the draw bar cap resulting in less loose parts when changing spool.
  • Perfectly balanced spool running on two stainless steel deep groove ball bearings.
  • Exposed palming rim for additional control.
  • Simple right-left hand conversion.
  • Low weight.
  • All markings are engraved on reel frame.
  • Extremely simple disassembly procedure for cleaning after salt water use.
  • Supplied with reel pouch and Shilton drag lube.
  • Saltwater Approved.
  • Limited life warranty.
Reel Price Color / Retrieve Line Dia. Weight
(oz)
Capacity
SL5 $515
7-8 3.6" 7.6 WF7 + 250yds 20#
SL6  $560
9-10 3.8" 8.1 WF9 + 210yds 30#
SL7 $605
12-14 4.3" 10.2 WF12 + 350yds 30#
SL8 $650
14-16 5.0" 14.7 WF14 + 630yds 30#

Shilton Fly Reels - SLL Series - Far North Rodsmiths 
New - SLL Series Reels *
Saltwater Large Arbor
In our extensive dealings and conversations with guides fishing with Shilton Fly Reels around the globe, it became obvious that there was a need for two things namely; a fly reel with a higher line retrieval and a fly reel that addressed the huge backing capacities of fly reels spooled with the new ultra thin superbraid backings (after all, not everybody needs 1200 metres/1300 yards of 50lb braid backing on their Shilton SL8 Large Arbor Fly Reel).

Instead of going out and developing a brand new fly reel, we believe that our Shilton Mega Arbor Spools meet both these requirements. The new spools have also been developed to allow the angler to use the SL Series reels for line weights lighter than originally intended.

Shilton also developed the new CL1 spool which fits onto the CL2 fly reel, effectively turning a 5 weight reel into a highly functional large arbor three weight fly reel.

Besides looking great, we believe these spools add an excellent deal of versatility to the Shilton Fly Range.

* SLL reels/spools are interchangeable with the standard SL series reels/spools making an even more versatile saltwater reel with faster line retrieval and lighter line weights than initially intended without filling up with unnecessary backing. 
 
Reel Price Color / Retrieve Line Dia. Weight
(oz)
Capacity
SLL6  $560
8-9  3.8" 8.1 WF8 + 220yds 30#
SLL7 $605
10-12 4.3" 10.2 WF10 + 275yds 30#
SLL8 $650
12-14  5.0" 14.7 WF12 + 660yds 50#

Warranty Information


All Shilton Reels carry a limited lifetime warranty covering all
parts and workmanship under normal use and conditions. The
warranty covers the necessary replacement of any part due to
wear or defect.  This warranty does not cover damage caused by modification,
alteration, misuse or improper care and maintenance of the reel.

For repairs not covered by the warranty, a quotation will be forwarded for approval before repairs proceed.

Warranty is valid for original owner only and is not transferable

All reels sent in for service should include $30 for return shipping and insurance.

Please remove all line and backing before returning your reel for service or repair.

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