Counterbalances
Our approach to designing counterbalances originated with Herman Voss, a brilliant reel designer from Florida. He had been making counterbalances in his small shop during the 1960s and 70s. Our conversations with him, back then, led us to develop our own improved version of a very functional part. Due to demand, we recently developed a low profile counterbalance crafted in nickel-silver—this finely machined beauty will dress up any Pflueger Medalist!
High Profile Counterbalances
This is our original counterbalance, made as a counterweight to the Medalist handle.
Large Diameter—High Profile
This counterbalance is most generally adapted to the more modern (1960s and onward Medalist) that have 0.250 diameter spool holes. The all stainless counterbalance and stainless backing screw have been highly polished to eliminate any burrs that might interfere with line control and smooth line running. They come with a hex head wrench and are easy to install. See guidelines below for determining correct size for your reel.
Small Diameter—High Profile
These small diameter counterbalances are made especially for those older Medalists that have the 0.220 diameter spool holes such as those found on many older 1300, 1400, and 2000 series Medalists. This little “gem” of an add-on is just the answer. The all stainless counterbalance and stainless backing screw have been highly polished to eliminate any burrs that might interfere with line control and smooth line running. They come with a hex head wrench and are easy to install. They will add beauty to any vintage Pflueger Medalist without detracting from its value. See guidelines below for determining correct size for your reel.
Low Profile Counterbalances
Large Diameter—Low Profile
Made of highly polished nickel-silver with stainless backing screw. They come with a hex head wrench and are easy to install. See guidelines below for determining correct size for your reel.
Small Diameter—Low Profile
Made of highly polished nickel-silver with stainless backing screw. They come with a hex head wrench and are easy to install. See guidelines below for determining correct size for your reel.
Guidelines for Selecting Correct Size of Counterbalance
When ordering please specify the spool hole diameter of your Pflueger Medalist. If you are unsure of the hole diameter (the outer hole opposite the handle) of your Medalist reel, here is a quick little test that will help you determine the correct counterbalance for your reel.
If you can drive a #2 pencil eraser into the hole with a little force you probably have the 0.250 diameter hole spool and would order the large diameter counterbalance. If the eraser looks like there is no chance of going through the spool hole you will probably need the small 0.220 diameter counterbalance for your Medalist. If you are still unsure, please feel free to contact One-Pfoot.