The Calcutta Conquest baitcaster has it all. Loaded with features like Hagane Body, X-Ship, Micro Module Gear System, Stable Spool Design and 12 SA-RB bearings, it’s a brilliant round profile baitcaster.
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Series
Calcutta Conquest
Warranty
10 Year
Bearings
12+1
Family Type
Baitcaster
Models
4
FEATURES
10 YEAR WARRANTY
SALTWATER READY
MICROMODULE GEARING
HAGANE BODY
X-SHIP
SHIELDED ANTI-RUST BEARINGS
HIGH CAST RATING
HIGH CRANK POWER RATING
LEVEL WIND
STAR DRAG
The iconic Calcutta D round baitcaster series incorporates massive amounts of state-of-the-art fishing technology that will see them continue to perform for years to come.
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Series
Calcutta D
Warranty
10 Year
Bearings
4+1
Family Type
Baitcaster
Models
3
FEATURES
10 YEAR WARRANTY
CROSS CARBON DRAG
HAGANE BODY
HIGH CAST RATING
LEVEL WIND
SALTWATER READY
SHIELDED ANTI-RUST BEARINGS
A compact, versatile and sweet casting reel is the best way to describe the Engetsu baitcaster.
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Series
Engetsu
Warranty
10 Year
Bearings
7+1
Family Type
Baitcaster
Models
2
FEATURES
10 YEAR WARRANTY
SALTWATER READY
MICROMODULE GEARING
HAGANE BODY
X-SHIP
SHIELDED ANTI-RUST BEARINGS
HIGH CAST RATING
HIGH CRANK POWER RATING
STAR DRAG
The Shimano Stile is an ultra light-weight 100 size finesse baitcaster designed for saltwater use around estuaries and rivers.
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Series
Stile
Warranty
10 Year
Bearings
9+1
Family Type
Baitcaster
Models
2
FEATURES
10 YEAR WARRANTY
SALTWATER READY
HAGANE BODY
X-SHIP
SHIELDED ANTI-RUST BEARINGS
HIGH CAST RATING
STAR DRAG
Stile SS baitcasters are a premium reel series direct out of the Japanese market. They are ideal for targeting demanding species like barramundi up north, to Murray cod in inland rivers.
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Series
Stile SS
Warranty
10 Year
Bearings
4+1
Family Type
Baitcaster
Models
3
FEATURES
10 YEAR WARRANTY
SALTWATER READY
HAGANE BODY
X-SHIP
SHIELDED ANTI-RUST BEARINGS
HIGH CAST RATING
STAR DRAG
Packed with the latest advancements in Shimano baitcast technology like X-Ship, the Micromodule Gear System and SVS centrifugal braking, the Chronarch G delivers top-level performance for saltwater anglers.
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Series
Chronarch G
Warranty
10 Year
Bearings
8+1
Family Type
Baitcaster
Models
3
FEATURES
10 YEAR WARRANTY
SALTWATER READY
MICROMODULE GEARING
X-SHIP
SHIELDED ANTI-RUST BEARINGS
CROSS CARBON DRAG
HIGH CAST RATING
HIGH CRANK POWER RATING
STAR DRAG
For smarter, more efficient lure casting under a variety of circumstances, the new Curado DC changes the game and represents the latest in Shimano Technology development.
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Series
Curado DC
Warranty
10 Year
Bearings
6+1
Family Type
Baitcaster
Models
4
FEATURES
10 YEAR WARRANTY
DC TECHNOLOGY
SALTWATER READY
MICROMODULE GEARING
HAGANE BODY
X-SHIP
SHIELDED ANTI-RUST BEARINGS
CROSS CARBON DRAG
HIGH CAST RATING
HIGH CRANK POWER RATING
The Curado K reels have a number of features that make them an excellent choice for saltwater fishing, in a variety of gear ratios, and left and right-hand wind.
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Series
Curado K
Warranty
10 Year
Bearings
6+1
Family Type
Baitcaster
Models
4
FEATURES
10 YEAR WARRANTY
SALTWATER READY
MICROMODULE GEARING
HAGANE BODY
X-SHIP
SHIELDED ANTI-RUST BEARINGS
CROSS CARBON DRAG
HIGH CAST RATING
HIGH CRANK POWER RATING
STAR DRAG
The enduring Curado baitcaster continues to be upgraded every few years and the I series takes design and performance characteristics to a new level.
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Series
Curado I
Warranty
10 Year
Bearings
5+1
Family Type
Baitcaster
Models
2
FEATURES
10 YEAR WARRANTY
SALTWATER READY
HAGANE BODY
X-SHIP
SHIELDED ANTI-RUST BEARINGS
When it comes to beefy saltwater resistant baitcast reels, the Tranx is at the next level.
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Series
Tranx
Warranty
10 Year
Bearings
5+1
Family Type
Baitcaster
Models
7
FEATURES
10 YEAR WARRANTY
SALTWATER READY
HAGANE BODY
X-SHIP
CROSS CARBON DRAG
SHIELDED ANTI-RUST BEARINGS
HIGH CAST RATING
STAR DRAG
The SLX DC employs the latest Shimano Technology in the form of the Digital Control system which allows for smarter, more efficient lure casting under a variety of circumstances.
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Series
SLX DC
Warranty
10 Year
Bearings
4+1
Family Type
Baitcast
Models
4
FEATURES
10 YEAR WARRANTY
DC TECHNOLOGY
SALTWATER READY
HAGANE BODY
With their low-slung profile and race car looks, the Citica baitcasters are pretty classy example of Japanese design, technology and performance that are perfectly suited to Australian fish and conditions.
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Series
Citica I
Warranty
10 Year
Bearings
5+1
Family Type
Baitcaster
Models
3
FEATURES
10 YEAR WARRANTY
HAGANE BODY
X-SHIP
MODERATE CAST RATING
MODERATE CRANK POWER RATING
SALTWATER READY
STAR DRAG
Casitas baitcasters come in two retrieve options — a still fast 6.3:1 and a paint blistering 7.2:1. The Cross Carbon drag can crank out a fish stopping 6kg of power if required.
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Series
Casitas
Warranty
10 Year
Bearings
4+1
Family Type
Baitcaster
Models
2
FEATURES
10 YEAR WARRANTY
SALTWATER READY
CROSS CARBON DRAG
STAR DRAG
SLX is compact, rigid and versatile. With 2 gear ratios to choose from and a long throw handle, the SLX offers tournament anglers a complete series of reels, that won't break the bank.
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Series
SLX
Warranty
10 Year
Bearings
3+1
Family Type
Baitcast
Models
3
FEATURES
10 YEAR WARRANTY
SALTWATER READY
MODERATE CAST RATING
MODERATE CRANK POWER RATING
STAR DRAG
The Caenan baitcaster has an incredible number of features at an affordable price. It features S3D (Stable Spool Design) technology, creating a balanced and thin walled spool, which reduces vibration whilst providing the angler with smooth, effortless casts.
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Series
Caenan
Warranty
10 Year
Bearings
4+1
Family Type
Baitcaster
Models
3
FEATURES
10 YEAR WARRANTY
SALTWATER READY
MODERATE CAST RATING
MODERATE CRANK POWER RATING
STAR DRAG
An exciting member of the affordable price range of low profile baitcasters is the C150.
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Series
Caius
Warranty
10 Year
Bearings
3+1
Family Type
Baitcast
Models
1
FEATURES
10 YEAR WARRANTY
MODERATE CAST RATING
SALTWATER READY
STAR DRAG
The Caius has plenty of features: 5kg of drag, 3 stainless bearings and 1 roller bearing, Easy Mag II braking, and a gear ratio of 6.3:1. It’s a great reel for the beginner.
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Series
Caius
Warranty
10 Year
Bearings
3+1
Family Type
Baitcaster
Models
2
FEATURES
10 YEAR WARRANTY
MODERATE CAST RATING
SALTWATER READY
STAR DRAG
The Corvalus is an affordable round baitcaster alternative to the Calcutta. The 400 is an all-round performer suitable for casting and trolling, and has features like Variable Braking System (VBS) and Super Stopper anti-reverse.
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Series
Corvalus
Warranty
10 Year
Bearings
3+1
Family Type
Baitcaster
Models
1
FEATURES
10 YEAR WARRANTY
SALTWATER READY
LEVEL WIND
MODERATE CRANK POWER RATING
The SLX XT offers enhanced casting performance with the New SVS Infinity braking system for anglers targeting Murray cod through to barra. Anglers will now have greater control using the external dial to adjust the braking system with ease.
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Series
SLX XT
Maximum Drag (kg)
4.5
Warranty
10 Year
Bearings
4+1
Family Type
Baitcast
Models
3
FEATURES
10 YEAR WARRANTY
SALTWATER READY
MODERATE CAST RATING
MODERATE CRANK POWER RATING
STAR DRAG
For barra fishing and bass fishing and many other salt and freshwater species, when it comes to precision casting with a wide variety of lure weights, shapes and sizes, baitcaster reels are the way to go — and Shimano have the best in the business.
Shimano’s low profile baitcaster reels are ergonomically designed to be comfortable to use for long periods of time, as casting accuracy can really suffer when arms and wrists become tired, especially in the tropical heat, but when that long-awaited hookup does occur, other Shimano-exclusive features such as ultra smooth drags, SA-RB or A-RB bearings and Super Stopper come into play to make the fight even more enjoyable.
For mixed fishing situations such as live baiting and trolling — whether hand-held or sitting the outfit in a rod holder — traditional round cross-section baitcasters still hold sway, especially when line capacity is a factor if targeting species such as Niugini black bass, big saltwater barra and offshore dwellers such as Spanish mackerel and black jew.
