I like these too. Here are the details.
Capt. Larry L. Fowler's clients will agree with that statement, myself included. The only
limitations I have seen with these reels is the inability of the reel to set off an alarm
when I get my thumb on the spool! The Calcutta 700 series has a smooth drag that does it's
job well, when set and left alone. The trips I have been on with Capt. Larry have made me believe
that a lesser quality reel just won't do the job on an "Extreme Snook". The Shimano Calcutta 700-700S
series is his first choice in reels.
I personally enjoy very much the quality of the workmanship, the smoothness of the drag, and the balance of power/speed this reel has built in.
After my first trip with Capt. Larry L. Fowler, I was describing the reels to a friend, but I didn't know who made them. I said "They are really nice, gold, very smooth drag." He replied,
"Calcutta, man, has to be. They are the BEST." I agree.
A 700S is now on my Christmas wish list.
Mike Lott
|
Model Number |
Line/Capacity |
Gear Ratio |
Wt. (oz.) |
Levelwind |
Frame |
Bearings |
|
RIGHT HAND | ||||||
|
17/420; 20/310; 25/240 |
4.7:1 |
18.3 |
No |
Forged |
2 BB, 1 RB | |
|
17/420; 20/310; 25/240 |
4.7:1 |
19.0 |
Yes |
Forged |
2 BB, 1 RB | |
|
14/4260; 17/210; 20/160 |
4.7:1 |
10.6 |
No |
Forged |
2 BB, 1 RB | |
|
14/260; 17/210; 20/160 |
4.7:1 |
11.3 |
Yes |
Forged |
2 BB, 1 RB | |