Who makes the reels for Browning/BPS? Midas=Curado?? (2024)

FAQs

Which is better, Shimano or Daiwa? ›

Shimano reels, when compared to Daiwa reels, win in terms of smoothness and durability. Most of the Shimano reels, when cast, are very smooth, run with no hiccups and give you a fantastic experience. The second aspect of the Shimano reels is their durability - this gear is known for its longevity.

The new browning reels are nice. I have a citori and its a nice reel. The best reel I own for the money. The first baitcaster I ever got was a browning aggressor.

Daiwa's has grown from small beginnings in Japan during the 1950's as a reel maker, into a global fishing tackle brand, serving anglers of all disciplines around the world. A true manufacturer, they have production points in Japan, UK and throughout the Far East.

Most manufacturers of consumer good sell their products to a warehouse distributor that typically adds 20% to the cost. KastKing is direct to consumers. Further cost to consumer savings that KastKing passes along are eliminating export/ import agents and freight forwarders that charge fees.

Typically, the hardest of the freshwater spinning reels to master, the bait-casting reel is designed to cast larger lures or bait for longer distances. These types of freshwater reels often include a level-wind mechanism to prevent the line from being trapped under itself during rewind and subsequent casts.

Any angler who wants a quality bait cast reel that has the latest technology and great durability should consider the Shimano Curado DC.

Nearly all of John Browning's innovative designs have been manufactured under license by other companies, including Winchester, Colt, Remington, FN Herstal, and Miroku. Browning is currently a wholly owned subsidiary of FN Herstal.

Okuma MAKAIRA spinning reels constructed from the finest and strongest materials available are the toughest and most durable spinning reels, especially for big games from Giant Trevally, trophy-sized Yellowtail and Amberjack, to the most formidable adversaries in the ocean, like giant Bluefin Tuna, Marlin, cow ...

Why do bass pros use Baitcasters? ›

Baitcasters Pros and Cons

On the PROS side, there is definitely the ability to cast normal weighted lures with heavier line. This is advantageous when you think you might be tangling with large fish, especially large fish that you need to move away from and out of heavy cover without breaking your line.

If you buy a new spinning reel, picking the reel size is another important consideration. 2500 to 3000-sized reels are an excellent all-around size for most bass fishing applications. Some brands may call it a 20 or 30-size. It's a mid-sized reel that can do many things.

In the saltwater flats, sailing a 1/8-ounce jig into a pothole at 90 feet is hard to do on a baitcaster. Even in the baitcaster dominated world of pro bass fishing, the top pros in the world still use spinning tackle regularly for shaky heads, drop-shotting and throwing light jerkbaits and crankbaits.

Shimano is one of the most reputable fishing companies in the industry. They make high-end gear, including fishing reels for dedicated anglers. They also make many affordable reels for anglers on a budget.

Experienced anglers prefer baitcast reels. They're also a great option for heavier lures and lines and catching larger, stronger game fish (like largemouth bass). They work with the weight of your bait or lure as it pulls on the line.

These are true signature series rods that were developed by Daiwa's Pros such as Randy Howell, Brent Ehrler, Ish Monroe, Takahiro Omori, Seth Feider and Cody Meyer.

Shimano rods and reels – Keith Combs, Brett Preuett, Bernie Schultz, Greg Dipalma and Ed Loughran. Shimano reels – Clent Davis.