Pflueger President in Saltwater?

[SmoothLures]

Does anyone use a Pflueger President in saltwater? How do they hold up? I'm thinking about getting one for a lure rod to use for small bucktails and up to 1 oz Gotchas.

Looking at the President 6735 spinning reel. 145 yards of 8 lb test, will spool with 20 lb braid (brand to be determined).

Is $59.95 a good price?

If that won't work, could someone recommend a saltwater reel around the same size and price that will?

Thanks.

[jimmy z]

I had one a few years back, and it was ok. It's one of those, ya gotta oil and lube after evry trip type reels.
If you can get a season or two out of it, you'll be good to go. :)

[Magged Out]

That's a Sweetwater Reel. Look into the Ocean
Master Spinners. They are in that price range
and they are made for Saltwater. Just my .02

[Singletjeff]

I have a President that has been my Bay reel for years and years. Can't remember what model # it is, but its spooled up with a TON of 8#. It has been very reliable. But, I at least rinse it everytime I take it out.

[JeepMike]

Get that reel. I drop bombs with it in salt all day everyday and it works great!!!

[SmoothLures]

Thanks guys. I'll grab one next time I go to the store.

[Puppy Mullet]

I love the reel, but I use mine while yaking white water and it goes under often.
Once its submerged it becomes hard to crank.
9 bearings is not a good idea if you submerge it a lot.
IMOP....

[SmoothLures]

Will only use it on piers and occasionally the surf, but usually just for bucktails/Gulp! and Gotchas from piers.