Pflueger 551

[Midway Tommy]

Love that gray look of the Pfluegers.  That cost extra over the Shakespeares, even thought they were basically the same reels.

Frank

So, given the popularity of the classic Shakes. 2062, are the Pflueger  versions cheaper?

Originally they were more expensive and  today, as collectable, they usually bring a lot more than the Shakespeares, mainly because not as many were made so they are harder to find.

[jgp12000]

It's a nice looking reel the emblem with the fish is what I like.

[jgp12000]

I forget,help me remember, what is the weak point(plastic part) on some models of Shakespeare spinners.I know it's here somewhere,EB or the other model?I assume the trade reels might have the same issue,just curious if I get a hankering to get one someday...I know what to look for?

Also,
Are spools or any other parts interchangeable between all the trade reels & Shakes? 

[CincyDavid]

I won't swear to it, but I think the newer 2052 variants with the simplified black handle have some cheapened internal parts. I don't even own a 2052, but I'm keeping my eyes out for a deal on an older one.

[Midway Tommy]

Some of the later models, "D"s, mainly DCs, have a plastic bushing & click gear molded onto the main shaft that the spool rides on/against. Here's an example and fix for a cracked 2052 bushing.
https://alantani.com/index.php?msg=285584