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Appreciate the reply, rod and pin, being realistic, good condition, not perfect so thanks for the heads up. Would probably guess £650 x £675 for the pair then as a reasonable guide.
Thinking of selling my 11 ft 1lb Hexagraph but no idea about a realistic value, rod is pretty standard apart from a wood effect reel seat, one or two little nicks/ marks but otherwise excellent condition, but may even consider selling with my Ray Walton rolling pin- any suggestions on a...
All, I genuinely love reading some of these threads, the knowledge some people have on so many aspects is incredible. It is a constant source of learning so keep it up please, it's excellent.
Hi Clive, do you happen to know what the difference is between the 6000 and 8000 versions, is it just the spool size rather than the body? I am looking for another 8000 version but this might work.
Phil
Hi all, looking for a single Shimano 8000XTEA reel should anyone have one they are willing to part with. If anyone has something please let me know. Phil
The only time I heard about an angler claiming to use them for Barbel and Carp, turns out he was catching on pellets. They are used by many for carp fishing so guess if baited with correctly they must stand a chance of delivering. Don’t know how easy to flavour or colour they are but sure others...
just a quick question regarding scales and readings - does anyone have a set of scales that measure in drams? I see so many people claiming fish weights including drams but have never seen a set of scales for fishing that accurate. Am I just being cynical or do they really exist? One very well...
I have had mine for 2 years now, never had any issues and used regularly, not just for fishing. I have to say I did try rechargeable batteries which was a bad move - they just did not last. Since removing them I use the Energizer High Tech batteries (I sell batteries so know the better options)...
Second option here, the nene on one of the backwaters or possibly even off a nearby area of main rive. Been fishing really well over last couple of seasons, and could be an outside bet for a really special fish.
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