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Title: Newell 344 M reel
Post by: answerfor344M on August 19, 2022, 05:48:00 AM

Hi. There is a lot of info about mist Newell reels. Anyone know anything (verifiable) about the specific model 344M?

Title: Re: Newell 344 M reel
Post by: Swami805 on August 19, 2022, 11:43:25 AM

Looks like a very early Newell with no chrome rings on the side plates.called a blackie . The "M" denotes 4:1 gears. Nice innards on those, stainless sleeve and 4 drag washers. Second model Newell made. The weakness was the lack of rings made the side plates vulnerable to cracking. 344 is the widest of the 300 series. 340 yards of 30lb mono

Title: Re: Newell 344 M reel
Post by: answerfor344M on August 20, 2022, 05:39:00 AM

Thanks so much! How much is a reasonable price to pay for this reel?

Title: Re: Newell 344 M reel
Post by: Swami805 on August 20, 2022, 06:53:19 AM

$100-150 depending on condition less if there's any cracks in the side plates or extensive corrosion where the aluminum meets the SS rings. The 4:1 gears hurt the value a little

Title: Re: Newell 344 M reel
Post by: answerfor344M on August 21, 2022, 05:35:21 AM

Thanks! It will s in top condition! All gear has been very well taken care of. I appreciate your answer!

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