Dormisch-Absi & Backwinder Reels

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Hi Everyone,

I have been looking for Dormisch-Absi and Backwinder Reels for a long time. But the Backwinder doesn`t exist anymore here in Norway. And I am not sure with the quality of Dormisch Absi :roll:

[size=18:720f9d0d7b]Is there any fimilar Reels like Absi and Backwinder on the market?[/size:720f9d0d7b]
I will combine it with my Orvis Zero Gravity 5 weight line Rod.

Dormisch-Absi: [url]http://www.dormisch-absi.com.ar/[/url]

Backwinder: [url]http://193.91.240.134/backwinder/[/url]

Thanks
Feridun

Good evening, Feridun,

Well, as far as I know I would say that both reel-types are consequent developed and unique concepts. I know that a lot of people went crazy about the Dom-Abs in Germany. In fact I like the straight design, but I think they are not that solid they should be. But an real alternative? Until now, no. I don´t know if you like the design of the Galvan Torque which is different but also unique. The discontinued Guideline Watergrip looks a little like that.

And the only alternative for the backwinder is to have one and then find someone like Megoff who is able to make a 1:1 counterpart.

Rgds. Frank

Hei :D

Dear Frank,
Megoff is really a nice reel !

Thank you very much for your helpful posting.
I will order one soon and I am looking forwards to using it :wink:

Tight Lines
Feridun

Good evening, Feridun,

Well, as far as I know I would say that both reel-types are consequent developed and unique concepts. I know that a lot of people went crazy about the Dom-Abs in Germany. In fact I like the straight design, but I think they are not that solid they should be. But an real alternative? Until now, no. I don´t know if you like the design of the Galvan Torque which is different but also unique. The discontinued Guideline Watergrip looks a little like that.

And the only alternative for the backwinder is to have one and then find someone like Megoff who is able to make a 1:1 counterpart.

Rgds. Frank

Hei :D

Dear Frank,
Megoff is really a nice reel !

Thank you very much for your helpful posting.
I will order one soon and I am looking forwards to using it :wink:

Tight Lines
Feridun

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