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

chilenoenvermont : works

los he probado en ice fishing y
funcionan bien ahora comenzando la temporada de primavera
lo probare denuevo.. .. ..

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.

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

Andrew Jon : A Bug Out Bag Must Have

Such a simple design and for the price you really cant go wrong. Could literally be a life saver as it allows you to gather food without having to physically be there every minute. I would imagine these will last a reasonable amount of time as long as they are not abused. Either way like I said for the price grab a few.

Dandude1 : Neat product

Haven't taken it out and used it yet, but I have fooled around with it and it works as advertised. A definite need for survivalists!

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

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....

Dandude1 : Neat product

Haven't taken it out and used it yet, but I have fooled around with it and it works as advertised. A definite need for survivalists!

GNOhio : I like this gadget

Works

Javic : Great

Fast delivery and caught my fist fish on the first try. This will be a great addition to my bob

hari sono : yo-yo fisher

yeah i was skeptical at first, but yup, it works !
catches a lot of small fish but it will catch a keeper now and then too !
the trick is in putting on a secure bait that won't be nibbled off quick !
it's a great idea and something cool to toss in your tackle box, or for a survivalist
to keep handy !

harry

Mitchell : survivalist must-have

these little suckers are awesome! they're comparable to mouse traps, except with a coiled spring. the trip is very sensitive, to the point where im not sure if these would work well off of the side of a boat because if the boat moved too much in the water it might set them off. good for lakes, ponds, and slow moving rivers and if you have some guitar string or piano wire these are perfect for small-game snares. great purchase, seller shipped it quick as a wink without any hassles

Buck : Not legal in Texas

these work great , but illegal in my state.

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.

hari sono : yo-yo fisher

clint : The spool is limited to the size of the spring ...

The spool is limited to the size of the spring..about 4 feet of length in the cord if so much

upnorthdoc : "It's good if it works"

I just got this tool for my survival pack, I tested it in my room to see if i like it. after i tested it i noticed that the spring stretch a little.

"Over all it's a good tool." :)

Jessie Cox : Pretty cool.

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

fiddy : Very effective

This is a nice addition to a bug out bag.

Connor I. : its cool

never used one before, its cool i got them for my bug out bag, its great for catching fish when you are doing somthing else, set up like 3 of these like 25 yards away from eachother & you are set. deffently reccomend for camping / survival one did break tho, but i fixed it thats why only 4 stars

CJERS : Fishing - Yippee

Great for bug out bag. Set this and go do something else. Come back and see what you caught. Light and easy to carry.

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.

big country : So far so good

I have not had the opportunity as of yet, to try out this reel. My thought behind this item was to pack it away in my survival kit. I do a lot of hiking in the woods and mountains, I have found myself lost on a few occasions, never lost overnight, though miles away from where I started. I have made a survival pack for myself and thought this automatic reel would be a goo addition. The reel seems to work just fine! I think I made a good purchase! I would recommend that you check your local laws first.i only gave it three stars because I have yet to use it out fishing! If my opinion changes I will update this post.

Another Old Geezer : For the non-attentive fisherman

I bought these for use just in case of an emergency. I haven't used the product yet. I used these type of gizmos when I was a teenager, 50 years ago. They worked then. They aren't legal for use in the state that I currently live in, but I wanted to have some just in case of an emergency if I became stranded somewhere (in another state of course) and needed food. They are pretty much something that you can set and return later to check on. (They are on auto-pilot while you aren't there.)

T. Huffman : illegal in most states to leave unattended

In most states I suspect it is illegal to leave a fishing line unattended. Please check your regulations before you do that. As long as you are within sight and monitoring the line, I believe you are ok in my state (Wisconsin).

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.

Edward M. : Good little reel.

Good item to have in your tackle box, if you want to try catching extras. The cord may need to be worked a bit, but it comes with a good amount to work with.

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.

Joshua uribe : Great

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

clint : The spool is limited to the size of the spring ...

The spool is limited to the size of the spring..about 4 feet of length in the cord if so much

hai : Two Stars

suck

Andrew Jon : A Bug Out Bag Must Have

Gail Jordon : One Star

gift

Andrew Jon : A Bug Out Bag Must Have

Tony Polish : Not worth it.

This is not really good for fishing...didn't catch anything and it broke when I tried bringing it back in..I don't know how it could catch a larger fish.

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