Origin II | 7.8.9 | Fly Fishing Reel

The final run for the Origin II in 789wt for July 2026.

The Origin II marks a whole new standard for us here at Reel Fly Fishing by incorporating specific design and performance-oriented features into a fly reel.

The Origin II is our most technically advanced fly reel to date, and designing the reel from start to finish in-house (Designed By Reel Fly Fishing Owner, Shaun Carstens) means we have an intricate knowledge of not just how the reel performs but how it will last!

The original Origin was an evolution of the brand and showed South Africans that performance and good aesthetics don’t need to be hidden behind a high price tag. Work began in 2020 on version II, knowing that following the original Origin would always be a hard task. However, we do believe we have stepped up to the challenge and created a worthy successor and a new benchmark for ourselves.

The Origin II delivers the latest in design tolerances, size, functionality, and incorporates our most powerful fully waterproof drag system with 25lbs of drag pressure.

The slim side profile was a key functional design we chose, as a thinner profile results in less bulk, more balance, and better handling. The thinner profile houses a deep V-shaped spool that can carry ample backing and aids in an exceptionally quick retrieve.

The Origin II is not so much an evolution but rather, a revolution!

Complete Specifications For The Origin II 7.8.9+

Line Weight  |  7.8.9+

Retrieval  |  Left or right-handed | Tool-free design to change spools and retrieval direction

Fully CNC Machined  |  6061 Grade Aluminium

Full Frame Design  |  Eliminates Tippet Passthrough and Improves Rigidity

Spool Design  |  Large Arbor  |  Deep V-shape for additional Backing Capacity  |  Narrow Design Aids In Keeping A Slim Profile On Your Fly Rod  |  Oversized Diameter

Frame Colour  |  Matt Grey

Spool Colour  |  Totally Teal  |  Candy Red  |  Royal Gold  |  Deep Blue  |  Tangerine  |  Green Envy

Use  | Saltwater

Drag  |  Sealed Waterproof Carbon-Based Multilayer Discs

Sound  |  Audible Click On Both Retrieval And Outgoing Drag

Infinite Anti-reverse  |  Heavy Duty One-way Barrel Clutch

Perfectly Balanced Counter-weight To Over-Sized Handle

Hard-Anodized Type II Matt Finishes

Protection  |   RFF Grey Neoprene Reel Pouch

Designed In South Africa

The Origin II 3.4.5wt and 5.6.7wt are also currently being manufactured and feature a unique design that echoes the DNA-focused design ethos behind the Origin fly rods. 

 

Dimensions & Weight For The Origin II 7.8.9wt

Outer Spool Diameter  |  106mm

Inner Spool Diameter  |  60mm

Inner Spool Width  |  25 mm

Physical Weight  |  185 grams