Thanks for the reply, so the reels with Ultra Cast stamped into the side would be the newest ones, within the era of these older UltraCast? Want to be able to identify by photos, for purchase say on the big E site. Many sellers don’t post enough information.
I understand about newer reels, but I’m older then dirt, want to relive using one of these older round reels, upgrade the bearings, the drag if possible, and install a single magnet, add on magnet drag, drilling out the palm plate, having both centrifugal force brake and magnet brake.
As for new reels vs old.... new is better, well I agree, but.......
You don’t appreciate a fishing reel until you been abused by it.