CD Reels

[Kristen]

http://customdivers.com/reels.htm

Has anyone used the CDP50C pocket reel ? I like the fact that you can control the free running of the reel by simply releasing the "ratchet pawl" (!) rather than the CDR70C which has a knob to turn it from free running to ratchet. However, the CDP looks a little less sturdy and I'm not convinced at to how the "pawl" will stand up to a bit of use !

Has anyone used the CDP and can give any suggestions (apologies in advance if this query has been raised before).

Thanks in advance,



Kristen

[SoggyFox]

Got one myself, not had it long so not too much help.

found it so far very good, not had any problems with the 'pawl'???. Though i am informed that the line guide does tend to fray the line because the edges haven't been filed down too well, nothing a dremmel or the like wouldn't finish properly.

HTH

[Kristen]

Sounds promising - and an excuse to buy a Dremel !!!!!!!!!!!!

[SoggyFox]

Originally Posted by Kristen

Sounds promising - and an excuse to buy a Dremel !!!!!!!!!!!!

2 for the price of one, job done.

[Gary K]

I haven't any experience of this model , but I am looking for a replacement for my buddy pocket reel, and this one does look nice and shiney, mmmmm

oh dear, another one on the list for the diveshow

[Kristen]

Is it a right-handed reel ?

[Gary K]

Originally Posted by Kristen

Is it a right-handed reel ?

by the look of it, its supposed to be held in the left hand, release button on left thumb and right hand winding in (as per a normal righthanded person operating)

if used in opposite way, then the release button would be underneath