Abstract: A ratchet spring for a spinning reel engageable with a line-carrying spool to produce an audible clicking noise to alert the user that line is being withdrawn from the spool. The spring comprises a first portion secured to a deck plate and a second portion diverging angularly from the first portion, away from the deck plate and toward the spool. The second portion is flexible towards and away from the deck plate. A V-shaped portion extends from the second portion, with the V opening towards the deck plate such that the apex of the V rides over the serrations as the spool is rotated, to produce the clicking noise. A portion of the spring has a protrusion with a tab formed thereon. The protrusion is introduced within an opening in the deck plate and when fully extended therewithin, engages the tab behind a shoulder on the deck plate to secure the ratchet spring to the deck plate.