Realist Pro 8K WS Big Pit Reel

The Skeater Realist Pro 8K WS is built for anglers who refuse to compromise. This big pit reel combines refined engineering with tremendous power, making it a reliable choice for serious anglers fishing at range or using heavy rigs.

The reel features a reinforced nylon-composite body and rotor, remaining strong and stable under high loads while feeling surprisingly light in the hand. The precision-cut wormshaft oscillation system provides slow, even line lay for optimum casting performance on every cast.

Inside, a stainless-steel main shaft works with an improved 5+1 stainless-steel ball-bearing system to guarantee whisper-quiet, smooth operation, even when playing large fish. The carbon multi-disc drag delivers consistent, immediate pressure up to 25kg, keeping you in control in every situation.

Finish and functionality come together in details such as a spring-loaded line clip for exact distance control, a floating line-guard system that protects the line while casting and a CNC-machined aluminium handle with an ergonomic soft-touch T-bar knob.

The Realist Pro 8K WS is designed for anglers seeking a powerful, precise and durable reel that performs effortlessly at long range, in deep water or while playing heavy fish such as catfish or large carp.

Specifications:

• Type: Big pit / long-cast reel
• Body and rotor: Reinforced nylon composite, lightweight and extremely strong
• Line capacity: 0.40mm / 260m
• Gear ratio: 4.8:1
• Retrieve rate: 116cm per handle turn
• Drag power: 25kg / 55lb
• Bearings: 5+1 stainless-steel ball bearings
• Main shaft: Solid stainless steel for maximum durability
• Oscillation: Wormshaft system with slow, precise line lay
• Drag: Carbon multi-disc system with immediate, smooth delivery
• Line clip: Spring-loaded oversized clip for precise distance control
• Line guard: Floating system prevents friction and line wear
• Handle: CNC-machined aluminium with soft-touch T-bar grip
• Suitable for: Long-range, predator, specimen and catfish fishing