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[Fish Assassin]

Thinking of buying another centerpin. John Milner's Talisman vs. Kingfisher. What would you get and why ?

[BIG T]

Hi,Fish Assassin,the kingfisher is the most popular at the river side,you can see a lot of fishermen using it,(retail approx $399),even trophy had a copy of same looks,but if money is not an object,i will stick with the talisman(retail approx$650).they both are a good piece of craftmanship.Hope this will help you out

[Fish Assassin]

I'm leaning towards the Talisman. May have to sell one of my Silex and Islander to help finance it.

[BIG T]

I think you make a good decision on the talisman.by the way what kind of silex you have?

[Fish Assassin]

I think you make a good decision on the talisman.by the way what kind of silex you have?

I thought there is only one Silex.

[Addicted To Steel]

I have heard good things about the Talisman.

What kind of Silex do you have? There is the Super, the Super Jewel, THE SILEX, The Superba, etc..

Is it in good condition?

What price would you like for it?

I have THE SILEX, and I love it. I would like another.

I am also looking for a McDonald, but it doesn't seem like anyone ever wants to sell a McDonald.

[BIG T]

I think you make a good decision on the talisman.by the way what kind of silex you have?

I thought there is only one Silex.

I thought silex have difference models,correct me if i am wrong,thanks

[Fish Assassin]

I have The Silex. It's in mint condition. At this point, I'm undecided to sell it or just keep it as a backup

[Addicted To Steel]

If you do decide to sell it, please send me a PM. I will give you a very fair price for it.

Thanks.

[THE_ROE_SLINGER]

I have a kingfisher...Its a great reel and spins forever.  After reading this little paper I got with my reel 2 years ago it says parts of the talisman is made up of 20k gold

[Fish Assassin]

If true, that would in part explain the cost.

[Chrome Mykiss]

I prefer the Kingfisher myself, because of the narrow drum and large arbor design. If you get a Kingfisher, get the 4 3/8" model, which is ideal for most steelheading conditions except maybe for the Thompson    The Talisman is a fully caged reel, much like a Silex, with a slightly wider drum. When comparing the two, the Kingfisher can spin with less lead than a Talisman. The Kingfisher is also lighter in weight than a Talisman    However, the Talisman has a 10 year warranty while the Kingfisher only has a 2 year warranty 

more information can be found here www.talismanreels.com

[Fish Assassin]

Good information Chrome MyKiss. One thing that I didn't consider that someone told me is that the caged reel offers a bit more protection if you bang the Silex or Talisman against the rocks.