MITCHELL BAIL SPRING (81015)

Restore the crisp bail action of your vintage Mitchell reel with this genuine spring replacement.

The Mitchell 81015 Bail Spring is a specialized torsion spring designed for specific "Right-Hand Wind" (Left-Hand Retrieve) and intermediate-sized Garcia Mitchell spinning reels. Unlike the standard 300 series spring, this component is coiled to provide tension for models with alternate rotor rotation or larger body frames.

If your bail arm is limp, fails to snap back after casting, or if the spring has rusted from years of storage, this OEM replacement will return your reel to factory specifications.

Product Features

• Part Number: 81015

• Alternate Part Number: 9081015

• Part Name: Bail Bumper Spring / Return Spring

• Material: Tempered Spring Steel

• Winding Direction: Reverse / Clockwise Coil (Specific to models listed below)

• Fitment: Fits "Odd Number" (Right Hand Handle) and "Round Body" series.

Why Replace Your Bail Spring?

Vintage Mitchell bail springs are under constant tension. Over decades, the steel can fatigue or snap unexpectedly. This "reverse" wound spring is critical for the 301/401 series (handle on the right side) because their rotors turn in the opposite direction to the standard 300. Using the wrong spring (like the 81004) will result in the bail refusing to close.

Tech Tip: This spring also fits the Mitchell 306 (Prince) and 304 (Capella) series. Even though these are standard retrieve reels, their rotor design utilizes this specific spring geometry. Always check your old spring's coil direction before installation.

Compatible Models

This part fits a precise list of French-made Garcia Mitchell reels. It is NOT compatible with the standard Mitchell 300, 308, or 400.

Mitchell 300 Series (Right Hand Handle / Left Hand Retrieve):

• Mitchell 301 (Classic)

• Mitchell 301A

• Mitchell 301C

• Mitchell 301DL (Deluxe)

• Mitchell 301S (Check schematic, sometimes uses skirted spool spring)

Mitchell 400 Series (High Speed / Right Hand Handle):

• Mitchell 401

• Mitchell 401A

Mitchell Intermediate / Saltwater Series:

• Mitchell 306 (Prince)

• Mitchell 306A

• Mitchell 406 (High Speed Prince)

• Mitchell 302 / 402 (Verify specific sub-model, usually uses larger spring but 81015 fits some variants)

Mitchell Round Body Series:

• Mitchell 304 (Capella)

• Mitchell 304S

• Mitchell 314

• Mitchell 340

• Mitchell 351

Installation & Schematic Verification

To ensure this is the correct spring for your reel, please verify the part number in your specific reel's exploded view.

• Schematic Reference: You can view and download the PDF schematic for your Mitchell model at www.reelschematic.com.

• Alternate Number Cross-Reference: This part is often listed as 9081015 in modern systems.

Note: Installing bail springs on Mitchell reels requires patience. Ensure the "kick" leg of the spring is seated firmly in the bail arm hole and the "anchor" leg is locked into the rotor housing before tightening the bail screw.