Shimano Calcutta TE Reel
The Shimano Calcutta TE
This is a high end Shimano product. Technical specifications include 5:1 retrieve ratio, oversized Dartanium® drag, VBS® centrifugal brake, Super Stopper®, 4 ball bearing and 1 roller bearing all made from Anti-Rust material (AR-B). The levelwind is non-disengaging allowing the Calcutta’s wide spool to function effortlessly.
Maximum drag of the reel is 16.0lbs and the line capacity 190 yds./14 lb. The reel body material is machined aluminum and the finish is superb.
First impressions when using the reel are of smoothness and steadiness. The oversize knobs provide a great grip and the reel retrieves the line effortlessly. This is the case when both casting and retrieving. But it’s when you hook up to a powerful fish that the Calcutta TE reel comes into its own. The reel’s gearing allows you to crank the line in nice and smooth while under pressure. There is little or no wobble even with fish weighing up 20lbs. As to the drag system, the dartanium material used in the reel provides plenty of pressure even on the heavier fish. You get smooth and consistent pressure on the fish even when the drag is set close to the line breaking point. Jerking and jamming is eliminated.
One of the biggest potential problems with saltwater fishing is corrosion. On this count the Shimano Calcutta reels stands out for durability. Some of the older model Shimano round reels suffered problems with corrosion. Not so on this model. A combination of great seals and the use of the Anti-rust bearing materials have overcome this problem. The result is a reel that will provide years of reliable service with minimum maintenance.
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