Reel fundamentals are many and no matter what size or species fish you pursue, each angler wants the lightest weight, smoothest casting, best braking, strongest and longest lasting reel his pocket book can afford. Wild Water’s Fortis Series reel fits the bill and then some. Machined from a solid block of 6061 Aircraft Grade Aluminum Fortis translates to strength and durability and at 8.8 ounces offers a superb strength-to-weight ratio. With a 1.9 inch arbor and 3.375 inch spool diameter the Fortis will fit 225 yards of 25lb backing and a standard length of 8wt weight forward line. However, its versatile design is crafted to accommodate 7wt, 8wt, 9wt line without binding or crowding the reel’s outer rim and allows anglers the torque needed to muscle in even the most reluctant big game fish. Stainless Steel components for the braking system, counter weight, screws and reel knob augment the Fortis’s durability while the dull Olive Green or Black hard-anodized finish make the reel impervious to corrosion or rust, and saltwater safe!
The Fortis’s draw bar style breaking system employs a cork disc drag with outgoing click and a low profile articulated drag knob for easy adjustment at the moment of truth. This system is simple and effective, yet functions flawlessly even when the reel has been submerged or Mother Nature offers less than desirable fishing conditions.
As an additional benefit each unit features a serialized spool and frame with a simple no tools release system, laser-etched Wild Water Logo and Fortis name engraving. Additional spools are available for purchase. Designed, Engineered and Manufactured exclusively in the United States by Wild Water Fly Fishing. |
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Fortis Reel Spec Chart
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Wild Water Fly Reels are made from die cast Aluminum and feature a large arbor, center drag system with a one-way clutch bearing. The reels have super-smooth adjustable disc drag systems, which makes them easy to convert from left hand to right hand retrieve. All internal components and hardware are made from stainless steel corrosion resistant saltwater use.
The reels spin freely on retrieve and have an ongoing click. They can be set up for the right or left hand retrieve. The spool is retained with a quick release push button, which makes it easy to remove, yet keeps the spool secure on the frame.
Wild Water fly reels are a great value and loaded with features. These reels are made from die cast aluminum, have a large arbor spool, a center disk drag system with a one-way clutch bearing and feature stainless steel internal components (saltwater compatable). The spool is held onto the frame with a quick release push button. You won't believe how smooth the retrieve is with two sealed ball bearings for the spool to turn on. These reels will hold up to the feistiest fish keeping you in control of your catch.
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Aluminum Disc Drag Spec Chart
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3/4 Fly Reel
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4/5 Fly Reel
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6/7 Fly Reel
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8/9 Fly Reel
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Line Weight
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3,4 wt.
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4,5 wt.
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6,7 wt.
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8,9 wt.
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Backing Capacity
(Recommendation)
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80 yds.
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100 yds.
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120 yds.
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140 yds.
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Spool Width
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1 1/4
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1 1/4
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1 1/4
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1 1/4
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Spool Diameter
(inches)
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2 7/8
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3 1/4
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3 1/2
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3 7/8
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Reel Overall
Diameter (inches)
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3 1/4
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3 1/2
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3 3/4
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4
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Weight (ounces)
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5.6
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5.9
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7.2
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7.9
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Frame & Spool
Material
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Die Cast Aluminum
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Die Cast Aluminum
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Die Cast Aluminum
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Die Cast Aluminum
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Spool Retention
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Quick Release, Push Button
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Quick Release, Push Button
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Quick Release, Push Button
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Quick Release, Push Button
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Color
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Black
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Black
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Black
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Black
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