[FlyFishinYakr]

Originally Posted by taggermike

For decades Newells were the go to surface iron reels in So Cal. 338, 332, and super narrow 322 were what most deck hands used. More modern reels have more power and drag but I still think nothing can out cast a decently maintained Newell. Simple, light, and tough. What's not to like? Mike

Yep, Newell's were the favorites due to the (then rare) 5:1 gear ratio. I loved the 322's (over the Penn 99's) for 25# surface with my Calstar 530 for breezing , albacore, small tuna, calico's and "Scooters".
Then I found the Penn 112 3/0 for 30# .
But I still own 3 of the 322's (one with a Tiburon frame and aluminum spool). They're similar to the Penn 500's inside, quick and simple to work on!
FFY