mohlin reels: the end of a great era
In september 2023 Bo Mohlin has crossed the river Styx and is fishing uncharted waters. So newly made Mohlin of Sweden reels are no longer available. The last reels he created will be soon available through the website: Fishing Wild Places.
1. the classic
The Classic Mohlin of Sweden reels bring back memories of the good old days when things were made to last for generations. Mohlin reels have a wonderful traditional style, quality, performance and durability.
The smaller models (Midget Trout – Mini Trout – Baby Trout – Trout) are fitted with a traditional Click Drag system.
The larger models (Trophy Trout – SeaTrout – Salmon) have a special improved smooth Disc Drum Drag which can be adjusted with a lever on the back of the reel.
Traditionaly Mohlin of Sweden reels are made in Black/Gold, Black/Silver, All Black or Gun Metal Blue. Every reel was always made including its own Mohlin Leather Reel Case.
Below: Model Name, Line Capacity (including matching backing), Weight of the reel.
- Midget Trout # 1/2 120 grams Click Drag
For #1 ~ #2 lines with a little backing.
- Mini Trout # 3/4 156 grams Click Drag
For #2 ~ #4 lines with 25 ~ 35 meters of backing.
- Baby Trout # 5/6 170 grams Click Drag
For #4 ~#5 lines with 35 ~ 50 meters of backing.
- Medium Trout Narrow # 6 170 grams Click Drag
For #5 ~ #6 lines with 35 ~ 50 meters of backing.
- Medium Trout # 6/7 175 grams Click Drag
For #6 ~ #7 lines with about 50 meters of backing.
- Trout Narrow # 6/7 185 grams Click Drag
For #6 ~ #7 lines with about 35 meters of backing.
- Trout Wide # 7/8 190 grams Click Drag
For #6 ~ #7 lines with 50 ~ 75 meters of backing. - Trophy Trout # 7/9 280 grams Disc Drum Drag
For #7 ~ #8 lines with 75 ~ 100 meters of backing.
- Em Seatrout # 8/10 330 grams Disc Drum Drag
For #7 ~ #9 lines with 100 ~ 150 meters of backing.
- Em Salmon #9/12 375 grams Disc Drum Drag
For #9 ~ #12 lines with 150 ~ 200 meters of backing.
2. the double action
The Double Action Mohlin reel is probably the best invention since the wheel. The smooth anti reverse system prevents your fingers being knocked about when a strong fish takes a long and fast run. But as soon as you turn the handle forward, the reel changes into a direct drive, giving you the control you need! No more messing about; if you turn the handle, you turn the spool. If you release the pressure on the handle, the fish can run as fast as your chosen drag setting allows it to. (Please note that the Double Action reel does not have an outgoing click sound.)
Below: Model Name, Line Capacity (including matching backing), Weight of the reel, Drag system and the Price including handmade leather reel case. (Worldwide shipping. Prices are excluding Postage & Packing and insurance*)
- Double Action 1. # 7 250 grams Cork Disk Drag
- Double Action 2. # 7/8 270 grams Cork Disk Drag
- Double Action 3. # 8/9 280 grams Cork Disk Drag
- Double Action 4. # 8/9 280 grams Cork Disk Drag
- Double Action 5. # 9/10 295 grams Cork Disk Drag
- Double Action 6. # 10/11 320 grams Cork Disk Drag
- Double Action 7. # 11/12 350 grams Cork Disk Drag
- Double Action 8. # 12 and up 370 grams Cork Disk Drag
3. the direct drive
Bo Mohlin has designed the direct drive model for people who like a smooth cork drag and a more modern look. In the all black version this model is also known as “The Mohlin Saltwater reel“. Because of the precision engineering dirt, like fine sand, has no chance to penetrate the brake system.
Below: Model Name, Line Capacity (including matching backing), Weight of the reel, Drag system and the Price including handmade leather reel case. (Worldwide shipping. Prices are excluding Postage & Packing and insurance*)
- Seatrout # 8-10 235 grams Cork Disk Drag
- Salmon # 10-12 315 grams Cork Disk Drag