Most reels like that are around 6". An the way the rod is being held says the fist isn't far away from that reel. I'm guessing pushing 3 ft.
6-8 inchesWow that is huge! On average how big are they?
I saw the small reel the other day in person and remembered your post...My 2 cents is pointing out that its angled towards the camera.. its classic make my fish look bigger technique. I know i fish regularly... Its a full grown bgk thats for sure and i hope he released it.. But its MAX 60cm/ 2ft.. thats abtiny little shimmano reel to. . Tiny. Its a well done piece of camera trickery