>I do use a Newell 220 and if you have one then you probably know a 220
>won't feel as smooth as calcutta 300 or 400 but my 220's cast as good as
>any of them. I've put these reels up against some big fish in saltwater and
>they have caught me plenty of big fish. My calcutta's have not held up as well
>the newells in similar situations.

Yea, those little coffee grinders are really great...

>I wouldn't use a 220 for bigger plugs 8" or better but for the smaller plugs
>they are my ROC (reel of choice).

Ok, thanks for the info. The 220 will now get FW usage this year...