just splurged
 

bought a calcutta 401, lefty.
Most I ever spent for a reel but Im going 100% convench next year.

:eek5:

congrats on the new reel :jump:

sweeeet :jump:

Calcutta, aren't those made for party boats :confused: :devil2:

-spence

I Hope you didn't pay more than this?
Shimano - Calcutta 401 Lefthand Baitcasting Reel - 210 Yards/17lb. Test
$349.99
Boatersworld and no taxes either.

WOW, 350 just to get a lefthand model. A regular 400B is like 190.

sweet reel Jim, we will put it to use next year! :kewl:

Yup that's why I always use mine in da canal :jump:

They only make 400 size lefties in the higher end TE series---none in the B series.

calcutta is one of my favorite reels (and i try them all).

good luck!

here 's some inspiration....caught in newport this year on a righty 400:

http://img277.imageshack.us/img277/5136/776kj.th.jpg

you'll love the TE it's buttery smooth and very easy to tune. imo worth the extra $

Yup its the TE, Japanese model. 8 bearings.
Cant wait to try her out. :wiggle:

OOooohhhhhh, you got the TE :btu:

I got a sweet deal on one a while ago. If you keep it sand free it's about as close to perfect as you can get.

Of course mine, which really has never been abused is broken waiting to be shipped back to Shimano :mad:

-spence

Ouch, whats wrong?

User error :rotfl:

The pawl or whatever engages the freespool mechanisim is broken.

-spence

I like my Calcutta 400. Less capacity and distance than an abu 6500 but a much better drag.

You'll love the calcutta and its unmatched drag. IMHO its the best reel you can buy for the money. Smooth and reliable. It has been my go to reel (400)for years. Enjoy the reel.

I just got a (slightly used)700S in perfect condition off E-bay for $92.00 I can't wait to use it!!! I got it for casting to sbft and pitch baites to white marlin. Although I must admit, I'm gonna need some practice casting a conventional.