Nautilus GTX Fly Reels

Built to Stop What You Hook.

The Nautilus GTX is the ultimate heavy-duty saltwater fly reel, built for anglers targeting the biggest and fastest fish in the game. With 25+ pounds of maximum drag pressure, a fully sealed Pentadrag braking system, and capacity for up to 500 yards of 60-pound braid, the GTX is designed for offshore, bluewater, and destination fishing where everything from the fly line to the backing is going to be put to the test.

At 5 inches in diameter, the GTX combines a massive Giga Arbor with a narrow 1.05-inch spool to maximize line pickup while maintaining consistent drag pressure under extreme loads. The machined spool is designed to promote strength, rapid line pickup, and faster drying of backing to help minimize corrosion after hard use in saltwater.

Extreme Drag. Absolute Control.

The GTX's Pentadrag braking system uses five independent braking surfaces working together to distribute heat and friction across the drag assembly. Three cork-and-carbon-fiber surfaces and two floating carbon-fiber surfaces are topped by a Kevlar/carbon-fiber hybrid precision plate that spreads pressure evenly across the system.

The cork provides compression and helps smooth the transition as drag pressure increases, while the carbon fiber delivers the smooth, powerful performance Nautilus is known for. The entire system is fully sealed for extreme saltwater conditions.

With more than 25 pounds of maximum drag pressure, the GTX is engineered beyond traditional IGFA line-class limits for situations where maximum stopping power is required.

GripTorq Drag Knob

The oversized 1.9-inch GripTorq drag knob gives you the leverage and grip needed to make precise adjustments under pressure. The knob is four-axis machined to provide strength and control while keeping unnecessary weight to a minimum.

Nautilus' current design allows adjustment from zero to maximum drag in approximately 1¼ turns, giving you a broad range of usable drag pressure without excessive knob travel.

Giga Arbor. Maximum Pickup.

The GTX's large-diameter Giga Arbor is built for rapid line recovery when a powerful fish turns and comes back toward the boat. The narrow spool helps maintain consistent drag performance under heavy load, while machined grooves allow air and water to move through the backing for faster drying and reduced corrosion.

Key Features

• 25+ pounds of maximum drag pressure
• Fully sealed Pentadrag braking system
• Five independent braking surfaces for improved heat distribution
• Three cork/carbon-fiber surfaces and two floating carbon-fiber surfaces
• Kevlar/carbon-fiber hybrid precision plate
• Oversized 1.9" GripTorq drag knob
• Zero-to-maximum drag adjustment in approximately 1¼ turns
• Large-diameter Giga Arbor for rapid line pickup
• Narrow 1.05" spool designed for strength and consistent drag
• Up to 500 yards of 60-lb braid capacity
• Fully sealed construction for extreme saltwater use
• Easy RH-to-LH conversion
• Precision machined and built in Miami, USA
• Designed for offshore, bluewater, and destination fishing

Specifications

Built for Big Saltwater

The GTX is designed for the fish that turn ordinary tackle into a liability. Its extreme drag system and enormous backing capacity make it a purpose-built tool for tarpon, giant trevally, permit, tuna, sharks, sailfish, and other powerful saltwater species.

This isn't a lightweight all-around reel. The GTX is built around one job: giving you the drag power, line capacity, and control required when a truly powerful fish makes a long run.