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Brand: Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp.
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The Okuma SLV fly reel has a large arbor design that gives faster line retrieval for a single action fly reel. Traditionally known as a specialty reel, large arbor reels have been fished by the specialists. With the introduction of the SLV, Okuma has created the perfect blend of value and quality. Okuma has opened up the world of large arbor fishing. The SLV#39;s rigid diecast aluminum construction and super strong, multi-disc cork drag will slow down the hardest charging fish.
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Avg. Customer Rating:
 
4.4 stars
(based on 13 reviews)
100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Durable(9), Easy casting(6), Line doesn't tangle(6), Reliable(9), Smooth drag system(10)
Best Uses:
Fly fishing(9), River fishing(3)
Describe Yourself:
Avid fisher(10)
Was this a gift?:
No(4)
 
SLV 56 Rocks!
By GVerified Reviewer from WV on 5/23/2011
Pros:
Durable, Easy Casting, Line Doesn't Tangle, Reliable, Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
Fly Fishing, River Fishing
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma SLV Large Arbor Fly Reels:

Great fly reel for the money. Drag is really smooth.

 
Okuma SLV Fly Reel
By directdriveVerified Purchaser from Pensacola, Florida on 2/18/2011
Pros:
Reliable, Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
Fly Fishing
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma SLV Large Arbor Fly Reels:

Nice little reel. Great reel for the price.

 
Ice rod panfish reel!
By [*] JackVerified Purchaser from Green Island, Iowa on 2/8/2011
Pros:
Durable, Light Wt no line twist, Reliable, Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
Jigging
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma SLV Large Arbor Fly Reels:

Great for ice rod for Pan Fishing no line twists.
Light weight direct drive blows ice off the rod guides!

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Not bad
By MirroreyesVerified Reviewer from Upstate NY on 11/10/2010
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Was this a gift?:
No

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma SLV Large Arbor Fly Reels:

Took this reel with the matching SLV rod to Pulaski for salmon this autumn. The reel did alright, though I quickly discovered that grit will easily find it's way into the mechanism, cleaning it with river water was a partial cure though I had to be very cautious with the drag until I could clean it properly that night. Haven't had that issue with other reels I own, but this one certainly cost the least of my collection. Time will tell if the drag holds up over the next few years.

In all, this reel is worth the money you'll pay. I pulled in more than a few 20-30lb salmon with it. Note: I cut a few meters off the tail end of my main line to accomodate more backing and am glad I did, a few of the salmon stripped me well into my backing. Having the longer reserve made a difference.

 
excellent product
By Tony the fishermanVerified Purchaser from Cornell, WI on 8/6/2010
Pros:
Durable, Easy Casting, Line Doesn't Tangle, Reliable, Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
Fly Fishing, Shore Casting
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma SLV Large Arbor Fly Reels:

love this product

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
great reel for the price
By S.R.S from Oh on 3/23/2010
Pros:
Durable, Easy Casting, Line Doesn't Tangle, Reliable, Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
Fly Fishing, River Fishing
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma SLV Large Arbor Fly Reels:

I bought this reel in a 7/8w about a year ago for steelhead fishing. Works great and does a wonderful job on the long runs that the steelhead love to make. I have caught probably 100 steelies on it, and the drag works as good as new.(unlike some of my other reels). It's becoming a favorites, smooth and reliable.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Can't beat the quality or price!
By TonyVerified Purchaser from Chippewa Falls, WI on 3/12/2010
Pros:
Durable, Easy Casting, Line Doesn't Tangle, Reliable, Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
Fly Fishing
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma SLV Large Arbor Fly Reels:

This is the third Okuma I have purchased. Like the previous two, the SLV has completely exceeded my expectations. I would definately recomend this reel to any fly fisherman, from beginner to expert!

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Best LA fly reel for under $100
By MatauraVerified Purchaser from Montana, S.I., New Zealand on 10/23/2009
Pros:
Durable, Light Weight, Reliable, Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
Fly Fishing, Lake Fishing, River Fishing
Describe Yourself:
Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma SLV Large Arbor Fly Reels:

Drag & click could be improved but for the $ am not complaining. Performed flawlessly on super hot Manitoba stillwater steelhead/bow cross. Own three of them in two largest sizes. Performed great on large NZ browns. Use for trout in lakes & rivers and smallies on rivers & lake.

 
Nice Reel
By HV FishermanVerified Reviewer from Concord, CA on 9/23/2009
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma SLV Large Arbor Fly Reels:

I've used the SLV for over a year, and have had great success. It's light and durable and at a great value. I have recommended this to friends who have since purchased and also like this reel. I don't see why you'd pay more for a fly reel.

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15" Brown, East Walker on 9/13/09

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Okuma SLV 89
By Ken "Nikonjedi" Bergmann from Charleston, SC on 9/5/2009
Pros:
Durable, Easy Casting, Line Doesn't Tangle, Reliable, Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Cons:
Line will take itself up
Best Uses:
Fly Fishing
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma SLV Large Arbor Fly Reels:

I love the SLV! Big and able to take a hit. I use mine in Salt water for Redfish and in the back yard pond for Bass. AWESOME reel, light and the drag is durable to handle a 30"+ redfish running for the horizion. The only drawback I have found is it will take up line while you cast. As I cast the smooth reelin of the spool causes the spool to move around and take up line on me. I usually keep the line from the reel in my pinkie finger and it doesn't happen, other than that this reel is bulletproof and one of the best reels I have owned. Oh yeah.. all this quality for such a small price... AWESOME...

 
Really nice flyreel for the money,
By Flyfisher from Gouda, The Netherlands on 7/18/2009
Pros:
Durable, Easy Casting, Line Doesn't Tangle, Reliable, Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
Fly Fishing
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma SLV Large Arbor Fly Reels:

Very good flyreel !, for a diecast reel. It looks like it is machined, but it is not. ;-)
Machined flyreel cost at least 3 times than this one.
Material is very tough en very, very light.
The drag is super !! Zero startup.
Only one thing to remember, becarefull, you can lose the dragknob, if you turn it backwards to much (it is not secured).

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
great price/quality
By razVerified Reviewer from dormont, pa on 11/18/2008
Pros:
Durable, Good Value
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma SLV Large Arbor Fly Reels:

great for erie steel. handles bumps and bruises.

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erie in the snow with Okuma SLV

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[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

 
Okuma SLV
By steveVerified Purchaser from syracuse on 4/21/2008
Pros:
Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Cons:
None of those problems
Best Uses:
Fly Fishing
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma SLV Large Arbor Fly Reels:

After a dozen or so uses works flawlessly.

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