>>1463631No I didn't need any stitches. I only had a few puncture wounds. I controlled it with my other hand so it couldn't thrash around until it let go. That bowfin was strong, I was using a Curado CU200, it pulled some drag. Good fight, I'm glad I set it free. Thanks, I collect Shimano reels, this Bantam 100 is from the early 80s.