Trevor Sawyer
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Hy Boys,
I normally post on the Coarse thread, but have popped over for some expert advice from the carp lads... Is it correct that many of the top big-pit carp reels have bail arms which are designed not to close automatically when the handle is turned. ie you have to close it by hand? If so, is this to stop you being whacked by the big spring which would be necessary to close it, or is it just that you don't need that option whilst carp fishing. Just asking, as most coarse reels do close automatically. With the big-pit carp reels being so expensive, there must be a reason behind it. The model I am actually talking about is the Daiwa Tournament Basia QD45 reel... does anyone on this site actually use one (or work for Daiwa), as I would like to know the reel story /forum/smilies/smile_smiley.gif
Many thanks,
Trev
I normally post on the Coarse thread, but have popped over for some expert advice from the carp lads... Is it correct that many of the top big-pit carp reels have bail arms which are designed not to close automatically when the handle is turned. ie you have to close it by hand? If so, is this to stop you being whacked by the big spring which would be necessary to close it, or is it just that you don't need that option whilst carp fishing. Just asking, as most coarse reels do close automatically. With the big-pit carp reels being so expensive, there must be a reason behind it. The model I am actually talking about is the Daiwa Tournament Basia QD45 reel... does anyone on this site actually use one (or work for Daiwa), as I would like to know the reel story /forum/smilies/smile_smiley.gif
Many thanks,
Trev