The Galvan Open Back fly reel series was first introduced to the fly fishing world in 1999. Since then it has undergone a continuous series of refinements, and today we find it as a very popular mid-range priced, high-tech piece of fly fishing equipment.
Known for its smooth action, and its light weight, this is a large arbor design reel that is manufactured from 6061 barstock aluminum.
The drag system is manufactured from stainless steel and Ertalyte - a high-tech space-age thermoplastic material that is both heat resistant and wear resistant.
Usually priced in the US$100/$150 range this reel offers very high performance at a relatively low cost, and is suitable for both fresh and saltwater angling environments.
 Galvan Open Back Large Arbor Fly Reel OB-3 3.0 Black US $294.95 |
 GALVAN OPEN BACK (OB) FLY REEL - OB-1 US $61.00 |
 GALVAN OPEN BACK (OB) FLY REEL - OB-3 US $122.50 |
 Galvan Open Back 3 Large Arbor Fly reel (OB-3)- Black US $295.00 |
 Galvan Fly Reel Open Back Large Arbor OB-3 GREAT NEW US $295.00 |
 Galvan Fly Reel Open Back Large Arbor OB-2 GREAT NEW US $285.00 |
 Galvan Fly Reel Open Back Large Arbor OB-4 GREAT NEW US $305.00 |
 Galvan Fly Reel Open Back Large Arbor OB-5 NEW US $325.00 |
 Galvan Fly Reel Open Back Large Arbor OB-1 GREAT NEW US $275.00 |
Reel Specifications
| Model | Line Weight | Line Capacity | Spool Diameter | Spool Width | Weight |
| OB-1 | 2 / 3 | 50 / 30 yards | 2.75" | 0.750" | 3.9 oz |
| OB-2 | 3 / 4 | 70 / 50 yards | 3.00" | 0.750" | 4.2 oz |
| OB-3 | 4 / 5 | 100 / 80 yards | 3.00" | 0.975" | 4.5 oz |
| OB-4 | 5 / 6 | 120 / 100 yards | 3.25" | 0.975" | 4.6 oz |
| OB-5 | 6 / 7 | 150 / 115 yards | 3.50" | 0.975" | 5.5 oz |
Common Specifications
- Large arbor design.
- Stainless steel and Ertalyte drag system.
- Very simple left to right hand retrieval conversion process.
- Quick release spool.
- Constructed from 6061 aluminum
- Designed, manufactured and built in the USA.
- Anodised finish available in Black and Green colors.
- Original owner lifetime warranty.
