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Vernly Series by FitzAlanProduct Details
- Built light for technical presentations on streams and small rivers
- Field tested on English chalkstreams, Montana rivers, and Hokkaido mountain rivers
- Fully-sealed carbon fiber drag keeps out sand, salt, and grit
- Large arbor design for faster line retrieval
- Machined from aerospace-grade T6061 aluminum – built for fresh and saltwater
- Easily swap spools for multiple line setups
- Ships in a premium gift box with 30-day returns
"The high-quality sealed drag is exceptional, and the reel is a thing of beauty. Rugged enough to hand to a client and withstand the wear and tear of life in the boat. The Vernly Series is a reel I'll be using for years to come."Josh Gallivan
The Vernly Series on English Chalkstreams
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✓ Designed and produced in partnership with one of the world's top performance reel manufacturers
✓ Two years of product testing across rivers, lakes, streams, and flats
✓ Produced in small batches
✓ No dealer markup – sold direct from our office
✓ Tested by guides on waters worldwide
✓ 30-day returns
✓ If something isn't right, we'll fix it
Frequently asked questions
Our Vernly Series is produced by a manufacturer with decades of experience building high-performance fly reels. The reels are machined from T6061 aluminum with a fully sealed carbon fiber drag system. We've field tested our reels from Montana to England to Hokkaido to the Bahamas.
Many fly fishing brands are now owned by private equity. FitzAlan is independently owned. We only optimize for our customers and the planet they live on.
Match the reel to your rod's line weight. A 3/4 reel pairs best with a 3 or 4 weight rod. A 5/6 reel pairs best with a 5 or 6 weight rod. Still not sure? Tell us your rod and we will help you choose.
Yes, you can find them here.
The Vernly Series is machined from T6061 aluminum and anodized for corrosion resistance. The drag system is fully sealed, which keeps saltwater out of the internals even after repeated exposure. Rinse it with fresh water after every saltwater outing, let it dry completely, and this reel will outlast cheaper alternatives. We field tested it on Bahamian flats to verify that.
Yes, it's possible to change the direction of the one-way bearing. Contact us if you need help.
Return it unused within 30 days for a full refund or exchange. Contact us to initiate a return.
Contact us directly. We are a small team and we handle every issue personally. If there is a manufacturing defect within the first two years, we will fix it or replace the reel at no charge. Beyond that, reach out anyway. We will always do our best to help. Our goal is to have you as a customer for life.
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