Valiant

I am the proud owner of 4 of these reels. Their build quality is excellent. Their compact size and light weight along exceptional drag power and smoothness are key features that I value. I fish Long Island, Block Island Sound and the Atlantic Ocean south of Montauk and Block Island. Fluke, Striped Bass and Bluefish are staple fish in these waters, along with various Tuna species. They are great for jigging reels for 60 lb. Schoolie Tuna. Sturdy and powerful to deal with the blistering Tuna runs that come close to spooling the reel.

In addition, they are American made and backed by outstanding customer service. I have called them on numerous occasions and sent 2 of the reels in for the free 2 year service. Excellent turnaround. The Service folks are expert and patient with any questions I have had, and they are fisherman themselves. Try that with their Japanese competition.

I have had the pleasure or displeasure of fishing many reels made by several manufacturers for jigging and slow pitch/long fall jigging. The Valiants 300-600nn sizes, with their compact, light weight package are my go to choice for any species from shallow water, micro jigging to 1000 foot plus depths. These little reels have the smooth drag necessary for putting the brakes on tunas and jacks, coupled with the brute stopping power to handle groupers. Small reels truly do catch big fish

I have fished with the BV-400 for 3 seasons and absolutely love it! It is so small and light for effortless fishing, but boy can it handle some big fish...one tough reel! I primarily use this reel to bottom fish in 300 feet or less for grouper, snapper, and various bottom critters. Cranking big Amberjacks up from the deep is no easy task, but this reel handles it with ease...you will give out long before it will.

This reel is built like a rock! I mean seriously! Its strong frame, drag, and craftsmanship this reel is my go to for big game fish. First time I took this reel out to the water; i landed a 72" fatty sturgeon in the california delta. Fish weighed over 65+ lbs and reeling it in against the river's strong current. With its super smooth and strong drag. I was able to reel him into the boat with ease. 5☆'s to this reel.

Great reel, I have it spooled with 40 lb. braid. I paired it with a Shimano Terez rod and the combo works great for me. It's my go to rod on my trips. The reel itself is very smooth, the twin drag helps bring in the fish. Another great feature is the first 2 years of free servicing.