Galvan Fly Reels

Galvan has been machining premium fly reels in Paso Robles, California since 1989. Founded by Mike Galvan and now run by his son Curtis, every Galvan reel is precision-machined, hand-assembled, and tested in-house by a small team of dedicated craftsmen. The result is a lineup with a cult following — anglers who own a Galvan tend to never put it down.

From the legendary Torque series with its smooth conical drag to the lightweight Brookie for small-stream pursuits, Galvan reels are built to fish hard and last a lifetime. The fully sealed drag is bombproof, the porting is unmistakable, and every reel carries a no-fault lifetime warranty.

Featured Galvan Lineup

Galvan Torque — The flagship. Sealed conical drag, powerful enough for tarpon and smooth enough for trout. The reel that put Galvan on the map.

Galvan Grip — Lightweight all-arounder with the same precision drag. A favorite for trout, bass, and light salt applications.

Galvan Rush Light — Designed for high-line-speed performance. Lightweight large-arbor design ideal for fast trout rods and small streamers.

Galvan Brookie — A click-and-pawl small-stream classic. Compact, beautifully proportioned, and built for backcountry trout.

Galvan OB Series — Saltwater-grade machined reels with sealed drag. Built for permit, bonefish, and bluewater pursuits.

Why Anglers Choose Galvan