penn 3000 spinning reel Passion which allows you to tie braid straight onto the spool thanks to a grippy rubber surface – no need for backing Penn Clash II 3000 spinning

The company has been at the forefront of innovation since its 1976 inception

55mm long single power handle with EVA knob for Daiwa/ABU bait casters with sway back star drag

Value packed, the Abu Garcia Cardinal Trolling Line Counter reel delivers performance and reliability for a very affordable price

Special thanks to collectors Matt Lollman and Mark Ward of Old & Antique Fishing Lure , Architectural Anarchy , and South Porch Antiques for loaning many of the lures, creels, and additional fishing gear you see in this story

The benefit though is they tend to be smaller in size and lightweight

The longbills are jerkbait minnows with a large lip allowing to fish deeper and in winter they are indestructible