My dad's 70th birthday is around the corner so am trying to figure out what to get a gent who pretty much has everything he wants except for a mule deer hunt which is above my set limit. Anyway last night my wife says, what about a line counter rod and reel? Not a bad idea but I don't have a clue what a good brand/model to look for. This unit will be used for walleye fishing so pulling cranks and bottom bouncer rigs will be it's duty.

Any thoughts from the peanut gallery?