Abu/Garcia Record?

[MJCatfish]

I saw that there was some discussion on the above mentioned reel. Has anyone had a chance to work one of these reels over? I'm very interested in hearing any feedback. The specs show that they are built well with beefed up drag systems and, just all around, look impressive.

Thanks!

MJ

[Tonka Boy]

So far it's the best reel I have found for muskie fishing. Calcutta's are nice but just the price alone makes Abu Garcia the better purchase. Any how, I have Abu's from 1 to 15 years old and I love every single one of them. Buy, use it, abuse it...you'll be very happy you did.

[sbro73]

I too, was thinking about a Record when I was over at Thorne Brothers,last time I was there. They didn't give it high marks, left there with Daiwa Luna,and am very pleased with it,don't get me wrong I love my Calcutta TE.

[AWH]

sbro73,

Just curious what Thornes' reasons were for not recommending the Record?

Aaron

[sbro73]

Oops,maybe I should clarify,"they didn't give it high remarks for my situation", Truthfully they can't keep them on the shelves. The Record is a heavy reel,and there is alot of steel,I prefer a light 1 piece frame with an above average line capacity. Also the thumbar is recessed in to the blank, very forgiving after 8-12 hours casting all day.

[AWH]

Thanks for the clarification. That makes more sense!

Aaron