Nice. I just picked up the cheaper version with sleeve bushings instead of bearings (1500 x plus) Similar condition too. Maybe some one used it once, was turned off by a nasty backlash and never touched it again . I know modern reels are probably better but i like the feel of a metal frame. Dont care for the direction Shimano went in the late 80's. B mag, Crestfire etc.
I was just given a tackle box from a clean out that has this reel in it. Maybe I stumbled on to something good!
It’s a real winner - I now have 5 of these of which I’ve searched for…. Let me know how it works for you !
Nice.
I just picked up the cheaper version with sleeve bushings instead of bearings (1500 x plus) Similar condition too. Maybe some one used it once, was turned off by a nasty backlash and never touched it again . I know modern reels are probably better but i like the feel of a metal frame. Dont care for the direction Shimano went in the late 80's. B mag, Crestfire etc.
I just got another one of these on the eBay - never been used - can’t wait to get it on the water !