Hatch Custom Saltwater Slam Tarpon 11 Plus - REEL1172

The Hatch 2023 Custom Saltwater Slam Reel, Tarpon 11 Plus is a highly capable 11-weight large arbor fly reel engineered for the most demanding saltwater environments and the hardest fighting species on the planet. Built to tame massive tarpon, giant trevally, and billfish, this premium fly reel delivers incredible stopping power and flawless line management when it matters most. Its large arbor design ensures rapid line retrieval to keep up with fish that make blistering runs toward the horizon. Paired with your heaviest fly rod, the drag system remains exceptionally smooth under intense pressure, protecting heavy class tippets from sudden shock while giving you the leverage needed to halt trophy fish.

Proudly machined in Southern California, this model stands out as the first ever half-frame fly reel produced by Hatch. The unique geometric frame design reduces overall physical weight while maintaining the rugged structural integrity required for big game fly fishing. Protected by a premium Type II anodized finish in a brilliant cyan blue, the reel is beautifully complemented by hand-painted teal accents and a custom tarpon engraving. At its core, the proven Iconic drag system keeps corrosive saltwater and grit completely locked out, ensuring consistent and maintenance-free performance season after season. The oversized handle provides anglers with maximum grip control during grueling battles.

This beautiful piece of preowned fly fishing gear arrives in Like New condition. Originally sourced from a large private collection, this reel has never been fished and features the pristine mechanics and flawless finish of a brand-new model. As part of a highly sought after limited production run, this reel offers a rate opportunity to acquire a coveted asset for your saltwater arsenal while saving money over retail prices.

Secure this stunning piece of craftsmanship for your gear bag today before another angler claims it for their next saltwater adventure.

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All gear is carefully inspected and assigned a cosmetic condition rating prior to sale. We do not sell broken or inoperable gear.

All reels meet the following conditions:

• Reel winds and unwinds smoothly.
• Drag or click mechanism adjusts easily and exerts expected pressure.
• If swappable, spool detaches and reattaches as designed.
• If the mechanism is unsealed, no rust, staining or moisture inside the mechanism.

Like New

• No nicks, scratches or rubs on any part of the reel, spool, foot or handle.
• Original reel case present and clean.

Great

• Minor superficial marks such as edge rubs that are not easily detectable by touch, and/or do not impact cosmetic appearance of the reel.
• Original or replacement reel case present and clean.
• Any normal wear on reel foot from being attached to a rod.

Good

• Minor superficial marks such as nicks, scratches, edge rubs that are easily detectable by touch, and/or do impact cosmetic appearance of the reel.
• Any normal wear on reel foot from being attached to a rod.

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