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Reddit mentions of AMS Retriever Pro - Right Hand
Sentiment score: 1
Reddit mentions: 3
We found 3 Reddit mentions of AMS Retriever Pro - Right Hand. Here are the top ones.
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- The AMERICAN MADE, AMS Retriever Pro is the original bottle-style bowfishing reel - the design that has proven itself over 40 years! It's durable, reliable and it performs! And, it’s simple to use. There are no buttons to push before the shot. Unlike most other reels, Retrievers are always ready to shoot. They’re always in free-spool mode. Just draw and shoot!
- Zero Drag - The line is stacked in a bottle rather than wound on a drum or spool so there is no drag on the line when it’s shot. The line freely spools out of the bottle on the shot and on the retrieve just stacks right back in.
- Heavy-Duty Construction - Retrievers can take the abuse of bowfishing and will stand the test of time! Machined brass gears, stainless steel hardware and lightweight, corrosion resistant housing ensure long life in fresh or saltwater.
- Quick-Release Quiver Mount – The Retriever Pro Mounts to your bows sight holes. One t-screw controls 4-way movement of the reel and also allows for quick removal. An arrow quiver is also integrated into this mount.
- The Retriever Pro retrieves 17” of line per crank and includes 25 yards of 200# test braided Dacron line. We also include an AMS patented, EverGlide Safety Slide with every reel for your arrows. MADE IN THE USA!
Features:
Specs:
| Color | Black |
| Height | 4 Inches |
| Length | 14.5 Inches |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Release date | August 2008 |
| Size | One Size |
| Weight | 0.2 Pounds |
| Width | 11.25 Inches |
Are you going to be fishing primarily from shore, or going out on a boat? If you're going to be on shore, a recurve will work great! But in my experience it can be a little tricky to maneuver a longer bow like that when you're on a boat, so a compound might be a better choice there. You can check craigslist or yard sales for an older compound bow, and then get a reel for like $80 online or in-store. Also, this might just be my opinion here but I would stay away from the spool-style reels and just get a bottle or spinner. The spools can be frustrating, IMO. You almost have to set the bow down and pull the fish in by hand, and then you have to wind the line back up by hand. And often it gets mildly tangled when you're pulling it in, so you have to spend more time untangling and re-winding. Well worth the initial expense to get a reel right away, but again - JMO.
You can get better reels for cheaper, IMO. The AMS reel is ~$80, as is the Muzzy spincast style reel. Even cheaper if you get the older Muzzy reel, but then you'll need a reel seat too which is another $10-$15 anyway.
Arrows usually run about $12-$15 if you're not looking for anything too fancy, so you should be able to get a very nice reel and an arrow for ~$100. Could also check on Craigslist if there's one near you, I've had good luck there.
Do you already have a bow, or is this a brand-new venture you're getting yourself into?
Hey bud- spend the money on reel not the bow- I like the old school bows with little round cams compared to the new oval shaped- having a smooth draw is key/ you’re pulling that thing a hundred times a night- I’m a fan of AMS retrievers here
They have an open bail system that is smooth and safe- the old Zebco 888 are crazy scary- forget to push the button and the arrow comes back at your jugular ay Mach speed-
Also always use the slides on the arrows! Tying to the end is not good for accuracy and again is dangerous!
Buy a cheap bow and put s good AMS and you’ll be set- oh yeah! They also make rubber finger savers for the string- a must! Trust me on that one- besides that have a ball and don’t shoot game fish- that’s illegal here so check your state laws!