Down-Locking Reel Seat — Alloy | Snake Brand® | Hardware Only
Snake Brand® Down-Locking Alloy Reel Seat — New Design | Hardware Only
Precision-machined alloy down-locking reel seats from Snake Brand®, built for custom fly rod builders who want reliable, tight-tolerance hardware in a refined new profile. Sold as hardware only — no wood insert included. The updated design features improved bore tolerances for a more secure fit across graphite, fiberglass, and composite blanks.
Available Finishes
- Nickel Silver — Classic bright finish; suitable for freshwater and saltwater builds
- Black Nickel — Sleek dark finish; not recommended for saltwater use
Hardware Sizes & Bore Compatibility
- 640 / 420 — 1.5″ barrel length, .420″ internal diameter
- 687 / 453 — 1.5″ barrel length, .453″ internal diameter — ideal for down-locking applications requiring extra weight
- 740 / 560 — 1.5″ barrel length, .560″ internal diameter — best suited for fiberglass rods
Notes
- Hardware only — no wood insert included
- .453 internal bore provides tighter tolerances and additional weight for down-locking seat applications
- .560 internal bore is best suited for fiberglass rods
- Black Nickel finish is not recommended for saltwater use
Made in the USA. HS Code: 9507.10. Sold individually.
Snake Brand® Down-Locking Alloy Reel Seat — New Design | Hardware Only
Precision-machined alloy down-locking reel seats from Snake Brand®, built for custom fly rod builders who want reliable, tight-tolerance hardware in a refined new profile. Sold as hardware only — no wood insert included. The updated design features improved bore tolerances for a more secure fit across graphite, fiberglass, and composite blanks.
Available Finishes
- Nickel Silver — Classic bright finish; suitable for freshwater and saltwater builds
- Black Nickel — Sleek dark finish; not recommended for saltwater use
Hardware Sizes & Bore Compatibility
- 640 / 420 — 1.5″ barrel length, .420″ internal diameter
- 687 / 453 — 1.5″ barrel length, .453″ internal diameter — ideal for down-locking applications requiring extra weight
- 740 / 560 — 1.5″ barrel length, .560″ internal diameter — best suited for fiberglass rods
Notes
- Hardware only — no wood insert included
- .453 internal bore provides tighter tolerances and additional weight for down-locking seat applications
- .560 internal bore is best suited for fiberglass rods
- Black Nickel finish is not recommended for saltwater use
Made in the USA. HS Code: 9507.10. Sold individually.