What is this on a Longbeach 68?

[Crab Pot]

I'm thinking it's some kind of level wind but that doesn't even make sense.

[Swami805]

I'm guessing it's some gizmo to guide the wire line on the spool so you don't mangle your fingers

[1badf350]

It's a Reel-O-Meter by Oakland Mfg Co. It's used to let you know how much line you have out.

[Maxed Out]

Ahh yes, the reel-o-meter, or that one "was" a reel-o-meter at one point in time. I use mine to descend rockfish. My descender is set for release at 150'. I go 160 just to be sure, and yes, it really is fairly accurate.

[Crab Pot]

 

Thanks guys, I thought it had something to do with the wire line.

[Gfish]

Cool. Great idea Ted. Hate seeing 'em floating on the surface when guys toss 'em back. The sea birds like to peck at their eyes.