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Ultra sensitive with near zero stretch

I find the 8' Daiwa Tatula Elite glass crankbait rod with a 17 inch handle or even the 7' 11" David Fritts perfect crankbait rod with 16 1/2 to be much more comfortable when pulling these very large crankbaits

While most fly lines look aesthetically similar, their performance can vary tremendously

This broad is smooth, casts really well, is resilient and is very quiet

The Eagle Claw circle hook you have in the picture is designed specifically for the release of marlin and tuna, 95% of time with the hook left in the mouth, and small parts of leader

The Retaining Plate (or Keeper): This is a small metal or plastic plate that fits over the handle nut