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Thoughts on the Japanese Shimano Reels
Posted on 3/11/14 at 9:13 am
Posted on 3/11/14 at 9:13 am
Does anyone have any experience with the Japanese model Shimanos? I was looking at a couple, but don't know anyone who has had one. Are they durable? Half as good as the US versions?
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Posted on 3/11/14 at 9:15 am to BayouBrawl
They're probably better and radioactive.
This post was edited on 3/11/14 at 9:16 am
Posted on 3/11/14 at 10:07 am to BayouBrawl
Are you talking about the older reels (Curado E) that were made/produced in Japan vs. the newer models made in Malaysia?
Or the new reels like the Antares and Metanium?
Or the new reels like the Antares and Metanium?
Posted on 3/11/14 at 11:23 am to Polar Pop
I was talking about the scorpions specifically. They are Japanese import only. They are sold in the US that I know of. They make quite a few models of this reel.
Posted on 3/11/14 at 11:27 am to BayouBrawl
Interesting.
It looks like they are available for pre-order through japantackle for $219.
Seems to have the new body styling, SVS braking, etc.
It looks like they are available for pre-order through japantackle for $219.
Seems to have the new body styling, SVS braking, etc.
Posted on 3/11/14 at 11:32 am to Polar Pop
Yeah, I'm just not sure if they're worth spending the money on. I'd hate to get one and it be a bust. I'm pretty sure that the customer service in the US, when buying a product and having it shipped from Japan is less than desirable.
Posted on 3/11/14 at 11:44 am to BayouBrawl
They are smaller then US models to fit smaller hands.
Posted on 3/11/14 at 12:15 pm to hogdaddy
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They are smaller then US models to fit smaller hands.
So, you are saying I need to order a flesh light from Japan too?
Posted on 3/11/14 at 12:20 pm to BayouBrawl
After some reading, it sounds like it is basically a Curado with MINOR differences (different bearings).
You are probably also right about the customer service not being as helpful.
Unless you want the novelty of saying you have a "japanese" reel, it seems best to buy a Curado or something.
You are probably also right about the customer service not being as helpful.
Unless you want the novelty of saying you have a "japanese" reel, it seems best to buy a Curado or something.
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