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Old 04-13-2008, 09:43 AM   #1
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U.S. Reel, anyone have any experience with them?

Looking into selling these reels but don't know much about them are they good, bad?

Any input would be helpful.
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Old 04-13-2008, 10:22 AM   #2
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I've always wondered too. The tpical comments have been made by many they sound similar to the ones made about Okuma.
Why dont you get the rep to send you some and I'll help you try them out.
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I've always wondered too. The tpical comments have been made by many they sound similar to the ones made about Okuma.
Why dont you get the rep to send you some and I'll help you try them out.
Such as??
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Old 04-13-2008, 11:20 AM   #4
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Drags are crap, no parts available, no local service centers. I judge for myself though. I have two Okumas and never had problems. I guess you'll have to try them out.
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About as good as Bass Pro Extreme. The wide spools is the only thing good about them.
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Old 06-17-2008, 06:12 PM   #6
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Looking into selling these reels but don't know much about them are they good, bad?

Any input would be helpful.
What reel are you talking about?
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Old 06-17-2008, 06:29 PM   #7
 
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I believe he is referring to the manufacturer "U.S. Reels"
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