An observation of a new rod....2?

Hello all! I've been off this lovely Crappie.com grid for quite some time due to work transition and getting a teenager ready for college. Anyhow I'm now back posting and what not to love about sharing the excitement of a new rod purchase with like-minded folks here? The last time i posted such observation OR unboxing if you will was in 2022!! So let's jump right in! I hope you'll like this read! But before all else I like to thank the folks working hard @ MaguraProShop (no relation at all) for express-delivery my rod all the way from Croatia in such manner I'm still speechless!!
I've been saving and passing on many nice JDM rods these past months just so I can get my hand on this, my 1st true Hi-End ultralight rod: the Daiwa Presso Ags Ltd Italian Special...AKA the 20th Anniversary Presso. A rod so sought after that many Japanese sites all in back order. The AGS guide rods are only available in Daiwa or St Croix ( exclusive rights) rods, to my knowledge of course. It is not cheap BUT it is a thing of beauty. This is a purchase I made sight seen, but not tested or any reviews read!

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Here compared to Abu Eradicator real finesse...
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Now comparing the blank diameter!
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Lastly, I haven't tested yet but the best action description would be somewhat between an Aging rod (Abu Eradicator R.F. 510) and the Daiwa Iprimi 6 ft UL (parabolic). This Ags Presso is a ML solid tip. Heres the spec sheet!
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Thanks for reading, all!

Beautiful......the rod I'd love to have.


Regards

Sounds like a good rod. Looks amazing. Love those guides. Looking forward to a fishing review.

Very nice !
I’ve heard of those rods , I think it was in a YouTube video.

Best I remember, they’re out of the price range I set on myself.

Thank all for commenting! In all honesty I got it for well below what Daiwa msrp of 79000 yen. But in stock is another story. Best regards!

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Originally Posted by LVSpinfisher1

Thank all for commenting! In all honesty I got it for well below what Daiwa msrp of 79000 yen. But in stock is another story. Best regards!

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At today’s conversion that would be $518.76 .
Yep , above my limit . LOL!
Look forward to a report and review.

:yikes:yikes:yikes

Wow, thanks for sharing.

SuperD, that was my reaction when I saw the price...lol. Then I also saw what this Presso look like comparing to its little brother, the Presso Air Ags, of which I remembered a YouTube fishing persona who own not just 1 but 4 touting their technological marvel. However I was saving my dough for perhaps my last UL rod purchase and it need be in the right LOOK department as well. The Presso Air was in my radar since it came out but the Presso 20TH Anniversary was more some how...lol. Thanks for chiming in!

Beautiful but outta my range. Hope your on the water experience is phenomenal with it

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Originally Posted by BuckeyeCrappie

Beautiful but outta my range. Hope your on the water experience is phenomenal with it

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This flagship Daiwa price does seem steep, but it's actually in-line with many US own top shelf stuff like G.Loomis, St Croix or even exotic JDMs from Shimano, Evergreen and Tenryu. Last time i checked 1 model 6'1" version still available from Croatia and ALL 3 available from Italian web store, TogniniPesca. Just trying to help members source this hard to find piece of engineering...lol. Thanks again for chiming in!

Oh I’m happy for you for sure. And I love your contribution and report. Llfind the site for sure. :ThumbsUp:ThumbsUp

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Originally Posted by LVSpinfisher1

This flagship Daiwa price does seem steep, but it's actually in-line with many US own top shelf stuff like G.Loomis, St Croix or even exotic JDMs from Shimano, Evergreen and Tenryu. Last time i checked 1 model 6'1" version still available from Croatia and ALL 3 available from Italian web store, TogniniPesca. Just trying to help members source this hard to find piece of engineering...lol. Thanks again for chiming in!

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Oh , I’m envious .
When I pay more than $200 for one , I’m afraid to use it , unless it has a warranty that I can depend on .
I take care of my rods . Most still look new except for stained cork handles .
Even since , many years ago, I closed the hatchback on my 1974 Vega GT on my 5’ white glass spiral wrapped Shakespeare ultralight , I almost cry when I break one .
I’ll never forget that day . Could never find another one .

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Originally Posted by gillchaser999

Oh , I’m envious .
When I pay more than $200 for one , I’m afraid to use it , unless it has a warranty that I can depend on .
I take care of my rods . Most still look new except for stained cork handles .
Even since , many years ago, I closed the hatchback on my 1974 Vega GT on my 5’ white glass spiral wrapped Shakespeare ultralight , I almost cry when I break one .
I’ll never forget that day . Could never find another one .

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Gillchaser, I know exactly the feeling. I broke 2 Abu UL rods and I never blame the manufacturer, but it still sored.
As I mentioned earlier this Presso with AGS carbon guides is and will be my only rod above $250 limit i set for myself. I somehow blame Alphahawk, sorry Randy...lol. He did say in order to see for oneself how good an Daiwa Ags rod is, is to just bite the bullet and buy 1.

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Originally Posted by gillchaser999

Oh , I’m envious .
When I pay more than $200 for one , I’m afraid to use it , unless it has a warranty that I can depend on .
I take care of my rods . Most still look new except for stained cork handles .
Even since , many years ago, I closed the hatchback on my 1974 Vega GT on my 5’ white glass spiral wrapped Shakespeare ultralight , I almost cry when I break one .
I’ll never forget that day . Could never find another one .

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Gillchaser, I know exactly the feeling. I broke 2 Abu UL rods and I never blame the manufacturer, but it still sored.
As I mentioned earlier this Presso with AGS carbon guides is and will be my only rod above $250 limit i set for myself. I somehow blame Alphahawk, sorry Randy...lol. He did say in order to see for oneself how good an Daiwa Ags rod is, is to just bite the bullet and buy 1.

Here is a reel i picked up used out of Japan in pretty good condition last year for my 4-pc Iprimi. I think orange accents go well with this Presso Ltd Ags also:Attachment 495620
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Hi, thanks for the post i just ordered the 6'1 version off maguro too, everyone is saying how bad the price is but it's practically half off over there compared to the japan one, how could we not buy it lol. I'm curious though where would the new presso rod rank for you out of 10, and for comparison where would the eradicator ?

A very good looking combo and I’m sure it will live up to your expectations. You’ll have to keep us posted as you get it good and slimy.

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Originally Posted by JDM

Hi, thanks for the post i just ordered the 6'1 version off maguro too, everyone is saying how bad the price is but it's practically half off over there compared to the japan one, how could we not buy it lol. I'm curious though where would the new presso rod rank for you out of 10, and for comparison where would the eradicator ?

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JDM, now that I've actually caught over a dozen rainbow trout on my Ags Italian Special Presso 58ML-S in an actual "AREA" type pond, I'm rating it 10 out of 10 for comfort, lightness, and casting ease ( due to more blank flex ) compare to my Eradicator 510ul, but remember the Abu is an Ajing rod so will different. Same can be said if i was LRF..ing for saltwater species, than the Abu would rate better. In terms of pure craftsmanship and the fact Daiwa used all in-house design parts except maybe tip guide it's a step above the Abu and i believe the price reflects that. Thanks for commenting!

Wait a minute so if I'm following threads correctly, earlier today you posted the above and tonight you posted New AGS Limited Italian Special

Am I missing something or was your wife reading your mind? If I'm following this right, although from reading your posts over the years, I already knew this, you my firend have a keeper. Scott

Trying to respond to Alphahawk's response. Stupid me. Scott

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Originally Posted by LVSpinfisher1

JDM, now that I've actually caught over a dozen rainbow trout on my Ags Italian Special Presso 58ML-S in an actual "AREA" type pond, I'm rating it 10 out of 10 for comfort, lightness, and casting ease ( due to more blank flex ) compare to my Eradicator 510ul, but remember the Abu is an Ajing rod so will different. Same can be said if i was LRF..ing for saltwater species, than the Abu would rate better. In terms of pure craftsmanship and the fact Daiwa used all in-house design parts except maybe tip guide it's a step above the Abu and i believe the price reflects that. Thanks for commenting!

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Couldn't agree more!

Regards