i am getting a 4500 to replace my VS 250, and most likely a 5000/6000 to replace my VS 300's. i want to see the larger ones in person before i decide for sure, though. you should be able to get all the US version Daiwas serviced here.
"Out there in the surf is where it's at, that's where the line gets drawn in the sand between those who talk fishing and those who live it."
- a wise man.