SwimBait Reel

TheChaz · Post by **TheChaz** » Sun Feb 09, 2014 6:35 pm

What is a preefered shimano reel for thrown Swimbaits? Any one have any suggestions besides the calcutta D series?

bishopbass · Post by **bishopbass** » Sun Feb 09, 2014 8:00 pm

This is just my opinion and if I could only pick one reel size for swimbaits it would be the Calcutta 400 "b" or a Daiwa luna 300. Both reels are the same size even though the numbers would make you think otherwise. I own and use both of these reels and they are very versatile. I like a lot of people started out with curado 300 and luna 253 but eventually learned to love the larger reels. Like I said though just my opinion.

revelation_04 · Post by **revelation_04** » Mon Feb 10, 2014 12:04 am

I vote for the Daiwa Lexa 300 or 400. I like the low profile. Works for me.

Champion Jon · Post by **Champion Jon** » Mon Feb 10, 2014 7:45 am

I guess like most things, it depends on what you want to spend? Calcutta D is way out of my price range.

I have had good luck with a Shimano Cardiff 300 size. Its a round reel, but the 300 size has a recessed foot so its easier to palm(400 does not). The 300 size holds plenty of line for using 20-25 pound test.

I switched out the handle on mine to a Calcutta live bait/power handle which is basically one big paddle handle. Its the bomb!

mark poulson · Post by **mark poulson** » Mon Feb 10, 2014 8:35 am

Champion Jon wrote:I guess like most things, it depends on what you want to spend? Calcutta D is way out of my price range.

I have had good luck with a Shimano Cardiff 300 size. Its a round reel, but the 300 size has a recessed foot so its easier to palm(400 does not). The 300 size holds plenty of line for using 20-25 pound test.

I switched out the handle on mine to a Calcutta live bait/power handle which is basically one big paddle handle. Its the bomb!

I agree. Fits my hand, and has Shimano warranty. Thank you Paul Bailey.

TheChaz · Post by **TheChaz** » Mon Feb 10, 2014 12:36 pm

Champion Jon wrote:I guess like most things, it depends on what you want to spend? Calcutta D is way out of my price range.

I have had good luck with a Shimano Cardiff 300 size. Its a round reel, but the 300 size has a recessed foot so its easier to palm(400 does not). The 300 size holds plenty of line for using 20-25 pound test.

I switched out the handle on mine to a Calcutta live bait/power handle which is basically one big paddle handle. Its the bomb!

Very helpful thanks! was actually lookin at the 400 but was worried of the size.

godzilla · Post by **godzilla** » Thu Feb 13, 2014 10:03 am

calcutta 400d or TE hands down!

swimbait · Post by **swimbait** » Thu Feb 13, 2014 12:21 pm

Size of lure is a consideration. Are you talking 5 inch paddletail or 12 inch Slammer?

Calcutta TE has been the top tier swimbait reel for a long time, and still is. What a great piece of equipment. Very little maintenance required, super reliable.