This custom Abel SDS 7/8 pairs a black ported finish with a Grateful Dead lightning-bolt drag knob—a distinctive detail on a saltwater fly reel built for time on the water.

The SDS—Sealed Drag Salt—uses a sealed multi-disc drag system to provide controlled resistance during a fish’s run. This 7/8-size reel is an option for anglers putting together a lighter coastal or flats outfit, with final selection based on fly-line and backing requirements.

Reel Details

• Model: Abel SDS 7/8.

• Finish: Black.

• Style: Ported.

• Custom detail: Grateful Dead lightning-bolt drag knob.

• Drag: Sealed multi-disc system.

• Price: $1,195.

For help matching this reel to your rod and line, or choosing it as a gift, contact info@kismetoutfitters.com or call 774-549-5921.