I guess I've been "pumping" this reel for a while, but when I
went to our local reel repair shop in Dallas, he said he hasn't
had one in for repair, or even ordered parts for one in the 3yrs
they've been on the market.
I have been so impressed w/ the -80, I now have a 70,50, & 30
as well. fantastic drags right out of the box, w/ more than you'll ever
use. the only prob I've had is the painted finish has started to flake off
the stem of my -70. no biggie, I'm not really a "bling" kind of guy.
I don't care if it shows wear-it proves use!
tight lines
-Brian