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13 Fishing Architect A Spinning Reel, Cast Iron Frame, 8 BB, 5.2 Ratio

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Size: 1.0 Size

Item weight
8.47 Ounces
Product dimensions
4"L x 4"W x 4"H

Quick take

A compact cast iron carbon reel with sealed rotor for both freshwater and saltwater fishing.

The 13 Fishing Architect A is a size 1.0 spinning reel with a 5.2:1 gear ratio, built on a carbon-reinforced frame with a one-piece aluminum handle. It runs eight bearings with instant-stop anti-reverse and a 15 lb maximum drag, and it spools mono, fluorocarbon or braid. An ambidextrous handle and an 8.5 oz body make it a flexible light-spin choice for freshwater and inshore saltwater anglers.

Best for

  • All-purpose freshwater and light saltwater work
  • General casting and retrieval techniques

Skip if

  • You need high drag capacity for large species
  • You prefer ultra-lightweight reels

Strengths

  • Cast iron carbon construction balances strength and weight
  • CoolStop drag system provides consistent performance
  • Sealed rotor keeps water and debris out

Trade-offs

  • 15 lb max drag limits use on large saltwater fish
  • Not specialized for extreme conditions

Fishing fit

Water
  • Freshwater
  • Saltwater
Techniques
  • Casting

Specifications

Specifications
Typespinning reel
FrameCast iron carbon
Bearings8 with instant stop anti-reverse
Gear ratio5.2:1
Max drag15 lbs
Weight8.47 oz

Facts

This version's specifications
Reel size1.0

How it compares

How this product compares with similar products on this site
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