Pflueger 551

Midway Tommy · September 08, 2025, 03:49:58 PM

Quote from: Gfish on September 08, 2025, 03:40:09 PM
Quote from: happyhooker on August 27, 2025, 07:27:31 PMLove 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 · September 09, 2025, 12:57:22 PM

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

jgp12000 · September 09, 2025, 01:01:34 PM

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 · September 09, 2025, 02:50:35 PM

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 · September 09, 2025, 06:39:49 PM

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

CincyDavid · September 16, 2025, 11:52:05 AM

Thanks Tommy, I knew one of the folks who know these things would chime in.

jgp12000 · September 16, 2025, 03:37:19 PM

David you have found some gems there I tell you what!

CincyDavid · September 17, 2025, 12:10:10 AM

Thanks! this has become a very calming, low-dollar hobby for me and I enjoy just tinkering with these reels.

CincyDavid · February 03, 2026, 08:19:37 PM

Another 551 arrived today, seemed a little sluggish, but I took it apart and it had just a light coating of beige grease, which I removed and relubed it. The more I think about it, sitting in the mailbox in 30 degree temps probably led to the sluggish feel, and fresh lube and 72 in the house helped a bunch.

JasonGotaProblem · February 03, 2026, 08:34:49 PM

Problem with the current weather pattern is that could describe either of your homes

CincyDavid · February 03, 2026, 08:50:31 PM

Quote from: JasonGotaProblem on February 03, 2026, 08:34:49 PMProblem with the current weather pattern is that could describe either of your homes

Isn't that the truth?!? Wild weather this winter. Snowing in Cincy again, but at least it's about 30 degrees and if you stay off I-74 you're probably OK.