Mechanical Fisher Flat Reel review and price compare 2025

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Product overview

Brand	Mechanical Fisher
Material	Stainless Steel
Color	Metallic Silver
Handle Material	Stainless Steel
Item Weight	0.11 Pounds
Fishing Line Type	Braided
Bearing Material	Stainless Steel

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Metal reel 9 feet of 60 pound braided nylon
Strong stainless steel spring
Perfect for automatic fishing reel, drop line, snare, a quick clothesline, and more!
Compact and lightweight

product description

Our automatic fishing reels are made of galvanized steel with a tempered spring that automatically sets the hook when the trigger is released by a fish taking the bait. Our reels are very popular for catching Crappie and Catfish. They can be attached to limbs, boat docks, the side of a boat, or any other means that will suspend the reel a couple of inches above the water. They also make an excellent device for Ice Fishing.

product details

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 2.5 x 2.5 x 0.75 inches; 1.76 Ounces
Item model number ‏ : ‎ GC-01
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ December 1, 2007
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ South Bend Sporting Goods
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0010F4PSC

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This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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Questions about Mechanical Fisher Flat Reel

what type and size hooks arr best to use with this contraption? also, what bait? thanks

Answer: Being that where I am located, use of this device is illegal. However, hypothetically if I were to use this to fish for striped bass and/or catfish I would use a 4/0 or 7/0 Owners Mutu light circle hook baited with frozen anchovies, sardines, freshly dead shad or chicken liver.

Answer: These reels are a sort of "hang it and come back later" affair. If you have ever worked a "trot line" or ever been "jug fishing" your in the area. They are a lazy-mans fishing gear. Nothing wrong with that! I use a tough "catfish" bait, if I am planning on leaving it for a day or two. The hook and bait depends on what your expecting to catch! They are not meant to catch sharks or alligators! Max 3-5 # brim or catfish.

Is this good with saltwater? And does it have good line on it?

What is the quality of this item? I'm looking for something that won't break after the first few uses...

Answer: I've used mine a few times and they held up good. Their not for a giant fish. I keep 3 in my bug out bag

Answer: Mine broke after a few uses.

what does it do?

Whats best thing to use to tie it to tree branch?

Answer: for the most part, I would say any kind of cordage, or make shift cordage. Be aware, the "yo-yo" has a hair pin trigger =)

Answer: I used paracord. I have only used it once..

where do you get fish hooks?

Answer: Just use whatever hook for what your fishing for.

Answer: Any bait tackle shop

Answer: Amazon

Is the line automatically re-wound?

Answer: Yes spring loaded

Answer: Yes

How many come in box?

what size and type hook should i use for this contraption?

Can you use live bait like minnows or would it activate

Answer: I doubt live minnows would trigger it, would take a hell of minnow.

Answer: I have used medium minnows with mine and it works great

Answer: I would say no, the trigger is very sensitive. However, the reel is very well made and I highly recommend it for other applications.

should I buy this?

Answer: If you want to set out hooks for small fish, then they are great. They will catch a bigger medium fish like a 12-14" catfish. But I use them for pond fish. They are great for brim or bluegill. If you have kids they will love these.

Answer: there nice to have if you are camping & don't have time to fish, like you are setting up camp & attach these to a tree 20 feet away form each other & put the line in the water & go do something else for a couple of hours then come back & there is dinner,,, also I keep 3 of them in my emergency bag ( BOB )

Why does this say free shipping but when I put it in the cart it shows a shipping charge?

Answer: Not sure about that, it's been a while since I ordered it. IF it is the free "Super savings" shipping your order has

Answer: im not sure, i had to pay shipping, i didnt see it before! ill be contacting amazon

Answer: you have to have a minimum amount and use their credit card to pay in some cases. It's a scam.

Product reviews of Mechanical Fisher Flat Reel

connor : Great product

This product came to my doorstep in a couple short days. I have used these several times in the swamp and they work great. I am pleased

Harold Wood : Low quality made of tin

This is very low quality and it's more like a toy, very weak and unreliable.

Henry Worthey : exalent item

i gave it a five stare rating tried it and loved it lite wight i keep it in my bug out bag nothing to dislike

connor : Great product

This product came to my doorstep in a couple short days. I have used these several times in the swamp and they work great. I am pleased

Kenneth Sykes : A great little reel

This is a great little reel, well built, and light weight. These really work to catch fish, attach to a dock or tree, wait and catch fish all day.

Holyman1953 : Buy some

Buy these now.

Holyman1953 : Buy some

Buy these now.

Rocky : Three Stars

Not high quality

Alicia Russell : love it

Great little fishing yo-yo!

Buck : Not legal in Texas

these work great , but illegal in my state.

Anonymous : Survival at its best

This product has proved itself as an incredible gadget to put in a backpack while trekking or a pocket while on a fishing trip. The fishing yo yo is very easy to set up and my family and I have had much success catching plenty of bluegill from the bank at our local lake. Perfect for a backpacker who needs a lightweight and VERY efficient way to procure food.

Anonymous : Survival at its best

Cave Man : Works great!

These little gadgets are worth the money you will pay. When you can't be right there during certain times they keep on fishing. They are also good as small animal traps.

Gail Jordon : One Star

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Joe Cool : Piece of CRAP!

I got this in the mail today and after testing it out a few times with minimal force the thing broke! Do not buy this garbage unless you want to waste a few dollars. While the price of this thing is cheap it means it is also cheaply made, I mean if I could break it with little effort imagine if a fish was on it the thing would be destroyed in two seconds.

Joshua uribe : Great

Awesome. Can even use as a snare for smaller wild game

Amazon Customer : Great product!

First time using it within 10 mins caught something and its did not give out or anything. Great product!

lucas895 : Fantastic for survival kit.

I havent used this product yet but I can say that by a few test I put it through, that it is a durable product. I got mine for aroud 4.00 at a local store and I have put in my backpacks survival kit for fishing. you simply take the reel and attach it to a tree trunk or branch, then you pull out as much line as you need and lock the reel in place. when the fish takes the hook it will unlock and fish on!

James Epperson : It was ok

I have yet to catch a fish with it. The Spring does not work very well after a few times fishing.

Amazon Customer : Good quality!

Nice automatic reel. Very quick trigger mechanism.

Heloisio Metzker : Good

Very good

Ace : It works!

I am very happy with this purchase and I would recommend this product to any one who is interested in this product!

Mike : Love it

This is a great idea. Simple but great. Set the fisher and come back later and theirs a good chance you have your lunch. I don't have the time to just sit and hold a pole for a hour so this does it for me. If your a camper or just want to add to your bug out bag this is for you

Joe Cool : Piece of CRAP!

Dallen : A spring snair does the same thing but with that ...

A spring snair does the same thing but with that being said I carry 3 in my camping gear the work for small game snairs as well and much faster to set up

J. Morris : Love it!!! Kids loved it too.

So cool I'm ordering more. Perfect for backpacking, or stuffing in your bug-out-bag :-) its easy to use and small.

from DE : looks great

Came just like it was pictured. Haven't got to actually use it yet but I did get a chance to play with. Seams to work.

Heloisio Metzker : Good

Very good

Mark H. : Survival fishing

I got this to throw into a bug out bag. Cheap enough that I wasn't really concerned with spending the money. I cannot speak of its functionality because I have yet to use one. I guess you could just keep some fishing line and some hooks in your bag as well. I might take it camping this summer to see if it is worth getting any more of them. I will update if I remember to take it.

Jeff : The easiest way to catch a fish!!!!

These went into my wife and kids BOBs. pull the line out and it locks untill a fish takes the bait... then the unit drags them bacl to it. Fun stuff....

Jessie Cox : Pretty cool.

Seems to be well made. Was reasonably priced and fast shipping. Pretty cool. LOL

a stack : great invention

Nice little piece of fishing gear

Harold Wood : Low quality made of tin

This is very low quality and it's more like a toy, very weak and unreliable.

floria tran : My son love it

he like it alot thanks for sending on time for his fishing trip. I would recomened to every one. Thank you.

hai : Two Stars

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