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I returned a couple 2000 size reels while I was able to return them . After deciding a bigger spooled reel didn’t do what I wanted it for .
I took the refund and added a little to it and ordered what I hope to become my dream reel
A Daiwa 21 Presso LT 1000S-P .
I’m looking forward to seeing just how smooth these reels are .
I look forward to hearing what you think of it
Big congrats! I was just out in the shop getting mine out of the reel case. I am taking the line off the Zenon and putting it on the low ratio Presso. It’s going to help me keep the TM down where those shell cracker can get to it. I knew I should not have been using a high speed reel for what I’m doing but I was just too lazy to switch out the line. Reeling that Presso is like reeling air!
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Awesome and congrats. Let us know how you like it.
This is the most I’ve ever spent on a reel .
I have big expectations. :)
There’s one of those in my future too, just don’t know when. Hope it’s everything you’re looking for.
Congrats and I hope it is all that you thought it would be. It is a sweet looking reel.
Bob
I have 2 of the Presso's. Imo, they are awesome, I hope you like it as much as I like mine !
Well , I canceled my order .
Maybe I came to my senses and figured out I don’t need a $300 reel to catch bluegill.
Why ?
One , It has been three days since I placed my order and it hadn’t shipped .
Two, it’s been almost two weeks since I returned the Abu Garcia Beast to Amazon Japan and according to UPS is sitting in a warehouse in Tokyo waiting for Amazon to accept delivery.
Three , I’ve read bad reviews due to quality control on the Presso since Daiwa switched to China manufacturing and I don’t want to wait weeks waiting on a return . And I’m afraid I’ll get one that’s no better than what I already own .
I like shallow spool reels from Japan , but it’s not a deal breaker for me . I’ve put backing on reels for years without any issue .
I’m ok with ordering items around $100 from overseas, if I don’t like them it goes in the box of almost made it stuff and I accept the loss , or I donate it to a friend .
I’ve ordered a KastKing Kestrel. If I don’t like it , I have thirty days to return it and I’ll have my refund the day I ship it back .
I haven’t read a lot about these reels . But I own the KastKing Zephyr SFS 1000 reel and it’s been a nice reel . It weighs 5.3oz , the Kestral weighs 4.6oz and has 10+1 stainless steel double shielded bearings.
I have heard of a couple of instances of "J"DM reels now manufactured in China. Is that going to be a continuing trend. I have to sympathize with your notion of not needing a $300 rod for panfish. I bought a KastKing Zephyr and so far have been very happy with it.
JDM does not mean it is made in Japan. It just means it is sold in the Japanese market. And yes in doing this for 13 years more products are being sourced to China from Japan. But…the Japanese hold their feet to the fire to produce a quality product for price paid. If it is not a quality product the Japanese will not buy it. An example is many Daiwa and Shimano reels that are sold in the states will not be sold in Japan….an example is the Shimano Sedona…the Japanese will not buy it so no need to try to sell it there. I use to think all gear made in China was poorly made. But I’ve found out they can make high quality gear, if that is what the order calls for.Quote:
Originally Posted by UpstateSC_Bill
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I remember years ago a guy selling aquaponic beds that he was having made in China. He said the same thing, they make what they are told to make. Most companies unfortunately care more about making a larger profit then selling a quality product.
I agree with everything you said and I was not assuming items sourced from China are junk. I just got a chuckle out of the Japan-China connection in this regard. I am old enough to remember the days when "Made in Japan" on a product label was synonymous with junk. Today many people think that way about Chinese products. And for many people it is a political issue but we won't go there. Most countries' manufacturing facilities eventually learn to evolve to the quality demanded by their customer base or they go nowhere. There are many quality products coming out of China. Rifle scopes are another good example.Quote:
Originally Posted by Alphahawk
But I did have to sympathize with the OP's comment about not needing a $300 reel for panfish to get a quality experience.
Everybody should fish with whatever makes them happy. The important thing is go fishing, catch fish, repeat. It is frustrating that I haven't been able to get out in quite a while. Enjoy your gear whatever it is.
Well said Bill.