I agree bass. Thanks guys. I feel like I want to hurrythem in for a fast unhook, this causes me to challenge the fish to snap my line. My buddy had no choice. Break or spool. Small update: his reel is toast, won't tighten down anymore. Stock shakespeare reel.
Can't think of any Shakespeare reel that would handle Mr. Toad very well.
Some rugged, Toad-Tested reels are the Daiwa 50H or 30H.
They're no longer made but fairly cheap to buy in the used market.
(the "SL" models are the new version, more expensive and not as rugged)
Give Ollie Damon's a call and ask about parts availability for these before buying.
Daiwa is pretty good for support of older reels, but I would check.