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The gtm 4000 spool is the same size and diameter as the super aero match. I believe it’s the ms4 size in the shallow match spool. Every one has their preferences on good fixed spool match reels, me it’s daiwa. Having owned and serviced 99% of the popular ones i am 100% in favour of the...

I tried but even after 22 years I’m still struggling to let go of them

You’ll get me banned if you carry on 😂 There’s only so many times they’ll tolerate me calling you a tit 😂

Never seen them on the thunnus I didn’t even know they did an eu model. Fair play every day is a school day I wouldn’t swap the eggs though. Proper Mans handles 😁

I think they look great. The spec on the fittings sounds great, i really like the appearance and the aesthetics despite the fact I do generally prefer a natural ground finish in general over a gloss but that said it’s a nice finish. They are priced sensibly when you consider Preston are...

On the thunnus jon? It’s still the “egg” handle on the 4000 size. Quite chunky still but that’s a good thing imo. I find it more comfortable than these weedy little tubular things that appear to be the fashion among fishing reels.

Tit 😂

Some positive news on this

Pillock! 😂

The 6000/8000 are good sizes for that Jim. There’s not a lot in it between them two to be fair

All 3 models (OC/D/Thunnus) are live bait/spin reels designed for salt water anglers. We barbel guys don’t really give them much of a hard life at all and being completely honest the upgrades from a OC to a D are largely irrelevant to us really. Water proof clutch, few grams lighter, and I...

Cheers Jim. Certainly very uncommon to find unused examples but there has been a decline in interest in the older 2000’s since the release of the newer version which hit the stores in June I think people are now waiting for those to come out and the older ones being sold are struggling to...

I like the rods and reels to be identical for no other reason than they feel the same act the same and have the same limitations same clutch speeds same baitrunner settings. Nothing whatsoever about image for me it’s about consistency and knowing my gear. 2 different set ups fished together...

Yes that’s correct this iconic rod in ultra rare condition has been in the world since the early 90’s and never seen the bank. Probably stuck in a collection for the last 30 odd years I only bought it simply because….. well it’s rarity and an opportunity presented itself. I’m not going to use...

Now that your question is answered perhaps it’s ok to now type freely

Great information Terry cheers. 👍🏻

Put it in with a dropper Alan, do it as the light is dropping and double up on your offerings. that will then get plenty of time for an elusive GO barbel to find it.

It’s been alright so far with 15-20 yarders across to the far bank on the nene for some lumpy chub. You’re right though it needs a good test out. I’ll give it a whirl on the Trent and no doubt pick up the odd double but as for the real zoo creatures in the nene in summer and autumn when it’s...

I never knew that. Very interesting information. What’s the reason please Terry?

Wallis casting is probably the worst thing for them guides Ian. When you pull down for a 30 yarder you don’t half put some friction on. I’ve burned my thumb doing it before when the line is warm and dry