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  1. Thank you for the pics. I will give you an answer tomorrow afternoon.
  2. Thanks for your offer, sir. I'm definitely interested in the one that was used once. Is it safe to say that it's in mint condition and are pics possible?
  3. Hi all. Looking for 'new in box' or 'like new in box' 525 MAG's. Also looking for the 'Super Mag Extra' side plates. If there are any left out there, your help is much appreciated. -Thanks, Dennis(D-22)
  4. That looks like [Mr. Sonoda]Jun's description of the reel...? Either way, I'm not going to come on here and post screen shots of the Japanese Daiwa catalog and attempt to start translating just to prove a point. The Branzino label was marketed towards Japanese shore fishermen. There are numerous Branzino shore/surf rods available over there. That is verifiable and I needn't argue about this anymore with you. *Update* From the Daiwa UK site: Inspired by the silver prize, the *saltwater sea bass, the new Branzino 3000 delivers an astonishing performance matched by a look of stealth and cutting edge design. *The saltwater sea bass they're referring to is Lateolabrax japonicus. In case anyone is curious, here is a nifty map showing their stamping grounds: http://www.fishbase.org/Summary/spec...name=japonicus As I've stated before, I'm not a fan of those reels in particular. About six months ago, my interest was piqued when I noticed CERTATE 2500R-HYPER DIGIGEAR LIMITED MODEL was available from a certain store. I wanted a small flats reels for local bay fishing. Alan Hawk was kind enough to respond to my inquiries. He kindly informed me that Daiwa had not specified (up to that point anyway) what 'super metal' they were made of. He suspected a reasonable amount of magnesium was in that alloy. That's all I needed to hear. I'm not saying I wouldn't use one; I think they're fine reels. I highly recommend our (US) Daiwa 3500/4000 TDA series to someone on a budget. Remember this exceptional catch? ---- I wanted the absolute best reel for MY demands. I wanted something waterproof and versatile. Out here in this often 'potluck' environment of inshore FL waters, it's not always easy to know exactly where a behemoth is lurking. I trust Alan Hawk and I trust my Stellas. I've grown tired of this bickering. Go ahead and use whatever suits your needs and is within your budget. HPD is spot on with his post. I need not tell you he's an exceptional fisherman who happens to use reasonably priced gear. /thread OASN: When you send me private messages entitled 'come out and play' I no longer take anything you post on here seriously. -Good day
  5. When do you ever fish?? If your fishery is as prodigious as you claim, why aren't YOU out there FISHING in the "rough and tumble" striper filled waters you so gallantly defend, instead of following me around this forum?? You also wait until I've logged off before you respond. How long did it take you to uncover the difference between Ohnibe and Suzuki/Nyudo btw?? I've had enough of your bravado Mr.Woody. I don't appreciate your subtle personal attacks and I don't much like your style in general. Surely the bigoted title to your previous post was unintentional I'll bet?? If you'd like to take this to PM I'd be more than willing to answer any questions you might have for me. Whether they be about fishing or any other recreational activities I partake in that you seem to have developed a keen interest for.
  6. Nice rock. In no way was I trying to prove how LARGE of a fish a smaller sized Daiwa can handle. Many GT have been taken on that same reel. That wasn't the point I was trying to make. I wanted to post a pic that demonstrated to your little friend who called it a "darn boat reel" what the Branzino label is marketed for in Japan...SHORE fishing.
  7. Your words are a classic example of self-pwnage lol.. Do any research about its targeted market before you 'purchased' big spender? If you had, you would not have made such a presumptuous statement. It seems you're accustomed to presuming things though...like where...when...and don't forget how lol...I fish. The Branzino is a Japanese Sea Bass reel designed for wading. If you think recreational fishermen are fanatics about their tackle here, you should see how 'hardcore' some guys over there are about Lateolabrax japonicus. The new Daiwa Exist Hyper Branzino (shore) reel lists for 137,000YEN. It only weighs 8oz. Ever fish the Branzino series of shore rods? Some of the longer models are pushing 100,000YEN by the way. The rods range from 8.7ft to 13ft. You couldn't have been more wrong by calling it a "darn boat reel." I guess posting links from the East is 'against the rules'. Check out a reputable site that rhymes with 'Flat' for verification. For the record, I've never been a fan of the Branzino reels. I do feel the Daiwa Certate Custom is a great reel. If I lived and fished in Japan, I'd probably buy them all for that matter. I prefer the '08 Stella 4k for wading applications here, but you already knew that, smarty. This Japanese angler prefers the Certate Custom as well:
  8. The Zenaq Defi Muthos Surf Rods are indeed braid friendly. --- I should add that some Japanese PE line is very soft and not well suited for certain conditions. They cast like a dream for me; others may find them to be a nightmare. My line of choice for East Coast FL beaches is TUF-Line XP 15# or 20#(on the Zenaq DM). As many of you know it's an old school braid. To me the XP is easy to work with and is just plain tough. Some guys swear by the really heavy stuff for bridge work here. The 65# and 80# have never let me down around structure. I'd also like to add that I do realize the Stella is not an "ideal" NE surf reel. For MY fishing it is ideal. I should have added in my earlier posts that in fact I, too, thought it absurd to use these reels from shore until I finally stopped coddling them and tried it! In my opinion, the new 6K size is more than enough reel for most inshore FL fish with the obvious exception being our jewfish or a truly trophy sized tarpon. Here is a video of the 6k stopping a nice Sail at Rompin: It's been an unwelcoming experience here lately. Irrelevant though as I'll be leaving now. I've read some amazingly great stuff here by posters Alan Hawk, HPD, Sgt.Slough, and dcast. A big thanks to all of them especially. Also best wishes to everyone else here at SOL. -Tight lines ---
  9. I wholeheartedly agree with you on the fact that the Z6000 is an awesome reel, no doubt. Truly a revolutionary work of art. One thing I'll always remember about the first time I fished one, was how it felt progressive, yet surprisingly rugged at the same time. I've enjoyed reading your posts, and IIRC from a photo, you've put your Z through the wringer. You've stated that the only vulnerability is sand, correct? Unfortunately most of the seemingly unbreakable, REASONABLY PRICED Japanese reels of yesteryear are no longer Japanese The BG tanks had a reputation here in FL as well; probably around the world. The NEW "South East Asian Specials" are, well...not exactly held in great respect here now.
  10. HPD, It's not about trying to withstand 65# of drag for me. It's about being able to fish a smooth 20-25 pounds of drag on a spinner, knowing I'm not pushing the reel to its breaking point. Shimano lists a "practical drag" rating along with their "max drag" rating. The DF and SW are very capable of this, with the SW having a more efficient drag and better casting ability in my opinion. But alas, "I'm just a pecker-wood who lives in the woods with too many guns. Ya happy?" lol.. The Dogfight reigned as king of the offshore "casting" reels for some time. It killed some true monsters over the years. The videos are all over youtube for those interested or perhaps skeptical. However, since its inception in 2008, the Stella SW18k has won over the hearts of many DF owners. Some guys like to compare max drags in reels to the top speed of a car. About four years ago, I purchased a Mitsubishi Evo IX. It was a great little rally car, and we had a lot of fun. Bone stock, it started getting uncomfortable around 155mph. Sure I could DO 155mph in that car all the time if I HAD to, but it would be unrealistic to expect optimal performance. I'd much rather CRUISE @ 155mph in a ZR1 P.S. I very much enjoy reading your reports! Thank you kindly for posting! Have a great holiday friend.
  11. Obviously some reel manufacturers will claim any gargantuan number they feel necessary for promotion purposes. Remember the Okuma Salina? Absurdly, Okuma marketed that reel as buttoning down @ 99lbs...LOL! And who cares when the spool stops turning? Is it capable of sustaining anywhere near that kind of drag for any significant amount of time without failing? Ask some seasoned fishermen out of Key West what fate those reels eventually met. After a few grouper, johnny-bottom-fisher was in a world of trouble. I respectfully disagree that modern day drags on Stella and Saltiga could be useful. They are in fact a necessity for many jigging and popping enthusiasts all over the world.
  12. ALRIGHT "WOODY," I'LL BITE...PERIOD. The Daiwa Ballistic is hardly a "no-name" rod. Without OVEREMPHASIZING it is a highly PROVEN and POPULAR rod. While Zenaq may not be known amongst your circle of enlightened CT fishermen, chasing whatever fish you have left in that dreadful state of yours, I can assure you, it is light years ahead of a "Lami." Ooooh "rough and tumble..." "Hard fishing, rock hopping, reel dunking hard core surfcasters." I might as well give up fishing altogether because according to you, the Stella won't hold up to "hard fishing." -----Hypothetically speaking, I'd bet the house that a modern 10k will hold up to more repeated straight sticking during massive runs from big poons and bull sharks from shore, than any one of your beloved gimmick reels. And not once did my 4k need servicing after repeated submersion while wading local FL flats. You want to know where it excels tough guy? It casts a very great distance due to the new spool. It's as waterproof as they come as verified by reel master Alan Hawk and anglers who regularly submerge them. It has amazing cranking power for a spinner, and a drag that will pull you and your spin-o-saurus down the beach. And it has a rad carbon knob. The Stella is in a different league altogether. It is the ultimate flats reel as well. What credentials must one have in order to obtain the label of hardcore anyway? If I buy a wetsuit and fish a prehistoric reel filled with power pro and jump in a wave, do I get a "hardcore surfcaster" badge? lmmfao.. -Goodbye Mr. Woody.
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