If you want a reel that will double for river fishing, yet meets needs for the sound, I would go with the Ambassador 6500. It has sufficient line capacity for the sound (a lot more than the Calcutta) and is much more durable in saltwater. It's not as smooth as the Calcutta, but this is the sacrifice of having a larger spool. It'll throw a 3/8ths oz without too much difficulty and anything larger with no problem.