Van Staal VR175 Spinning Reel – Sale

Van Staal VR175 Spinning Reel

The Van Staal VR Series reels are engineered and tested to be lightweight and long lasting. They are based on the same foundation that made Van Staal legendary for power an durability. These reels are completely sealed and waterproof reel.

 Features

The Van Staal VR175 Spinning Reel is engineered for serious saltwater anglers who demand uncompromising performance, strength, and corrosion resistance in the harshest marine environments.

• Precision-Machined Aluminum Body – The body, rotor, and spool are fully machined from premium 6061-T6 aluminum, offering exceptional rigidity, lightweight durability, and long-lasting performance in saltwater conditions. (Sources: maguro-pro-shop.com, Gerry’s Fishing)

• Fully Sealed Design – The reel’s body and spool are completely sealed to prevent the intrusion of water, sand, salt, and debris—ensuring smooth operation and minimal maintenance even after full submersion. (maguro-pro-shop.com)

• Heavy-Duty Gear Train – Built with a stainless-steel spiral-bevel drive and reinforced stainless main shaft (with titanium-nitride coating in select models) to deliver superior torque and reliability under extreme loads. (maguro-pro-shop.com)

• High-Performance Sealed Drag System – A powerful, smooth front drag system designed to maintain consistent pressure in demanding saltwater battles. (Gerry’s Fishing)

• Convertible Bail-Less Design – The VR175 includes a bail arm and a conversion kit, allowing anglers to switch easily between bailed and bail-less operation—ideal for surf fishing, heavy casting, and advanced anglers seeking more control. (Fishing Command)

Specifications

According to verified retail sources, the Van Staal VR175 features the following technical specifications:

• Gear Ratio: 4.8 : 1 (Fishing Command)

• Maximum Drag: Approximately 40 lb (≈ 18.1 kg) (Fruugo)

• Line Capacity:

  • Mono – ~360 yds / 15 lb test (The Saltwater Edge)

  • Braid – ~530 yds / 30 lb test (The Saltwater Edge)

• Retrieve per Turn: ~38 inches (≈ 96 cm) (maguro-pro-shop.com)

• Weight: ~17.5 oz (≈ 496 g) (The Saltwater Edge)

• Bearings: 13 precision bearings (common configuration for this model) (Fishing Command)