Description
SCIENTIFIC SYSTEM ANGLERS 2 67 6/7 FLY FISHING REEL WITH REEL BAG
The Scientific Anglers System 2 67 (or 67L / 6/7) is a legendary vintage standard-arbor fly reel engineered by Scientific Anglers and manufactured in England by British Fly Reels (BFR). Celebrated for its indestructible build and surprisingly powerful automotive-inspired caliper drag, it remains a highly dependable option for freshwater trout and light saltwater fishing.
Technical Specifications
- Line Weight Classification: Built explicitly for 6-weight and 7-weight (6/7 wt) fly lines.
- Frame Diameter: 3 ½ inches (standard arbor sizing).
- Spool Width: Approx. 0.81 inches.
- Physical Weight: Weighs roughly 4.7 ounces empty and is the ported “L” light variant versus the solid first-generation frame
- Line Capacity: Easily holds a standard WF7F line + 150 yards of 20 lb backing (or a WF6F line with slightly more backing).
- Drag Mechanism: A heavy-duty, adjustable caliper disc drag system modeled after automotive disc brakes, utilizing a metal rotor and replaceable pads. It also features an exposed palming rim for manual pressure.
- Retrieve Direction: Fully ambidextrous. It converts easily between Left-Hand Wind (LHW) and Right-Hand Wind (RHW) by flipping the center bearing/cog assembly.
- Material: High-quality machined cast alloy/aluminum with a corrosion-resistant black anodized finish.
Pre-owned in very good condition. (See Pictures)
