Strength in the Tide — Nautilus GT Series Fly Reels

Born from the relentless pursuit of saltwater dominance, the Nautilus GT Series is the evolution of the celebrated GTX—rebuilt into lighter, more compact reels without sacrificing the power that made the original a legend. Engineered for anglers who chase the fastest fish on the planet, the GT platform blends brute stopping force with refined touch, bringing tournament-grade drag control and featherweight handling to every battle.

Drawing directly from the GTX’s heritage, the GT Series introduces specialized drag tuning options for different line classes. Whether softly presenting a fly on 5–6 weights or laying into bluewater predators on 8–11 weights, each model balances smooth startup inertia with raw, unforgiving torque. Clean design, integrated backing markers, intuitive conversion, and rugged, modern aesthetics round out a reel crafted for extremes.

This is Nautilus at its apex—built to hold the line when legends run.

Key Features

• Lightweight, high-strength construction for saltwater durability

• Smooth, easy left-to-right retrieve conversion

• Expanded drag adjustment designed specifically to match targeted line weights

• Integrated backing markers machined into the spool for precise filling

• Standard 24mm / 15⁄16" socket compatibility for effortless stuck-cap removal

• Sleek, modern design inspired by the flagship GTX platform

GTS Models (5–8 wt):

• Dual-turn drag system

  • First turn: 0–4 lbs — ideal for 5–6 wt and light-tippet 7 wt setups

  • Second turn: 4–12 lbs — optimized for 7–8 wt versatility

• Additional half turn increases drag into heavy-pressure territory

GTR Models (8–11 wt):

• More powerful internal drag configuration

• One full turn from 0–12 lbs—ample power for 8–11 wt needs

• Additional turns deliver even more stopping authority

Summary Box

• Series: Nautilus GT

• Models: GTS (5–8 wt), GTR (8–11 wt)

• Origin: Derived from the award-winning GTX platform

• Drag Control: Tailored dual-turn (GTS) + power-focused single-turn (GTR)

• Backing Markers: Integrated into spool

• Purpose: Lightweight, high-capacity, power-forward saltwater performance

Nautilus GT Series fly reels: lightweight, compact power with tailored drag for 5–11 wt setups. GTX-inspired strength, backing markers, and smooth conversion.