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Micah · #1 07-14-2011, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Salty

And their repair shop will stay busy.

Maybe so. I meant smart for doing it from a business stand point. They will sell the Chronarchs like they were selling the Curado and now sell X2 the Curados.

Wide Open · #2 07-14-2011, 10:22 AM

I've had The newer style Curado, Chroni, and Core, and now only have the Core's. 2 100, and 3, 50mgs, with zero probs or failures in 4 yrs. they r more expensive, but r bad to the bone. I only used Calcutta 200GTB's for the longest time till I tried the cores, and now im sold. I still use my GTB's for fishing big trout at rigs, and winter time reds, but the cores r my go to reels. Nothing wrong with the Chroni or curodo, but didn't seem near as smooth or solid than the Cores. JMO.

Salty · #3 07-14-2011, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Wide Open

I've had The newer style Curado, Chroni, and Core, and now only have the Core's. 2 100, and 3, 50mgs, with zero probs or failures in 4 yrs. they r more expensive, but r bad to the bone. I only used Calcutta 200GTB's for the longest time till I tried the cores, and now im sold. I still use my GTB's for fishing big trout at rigs, and winter time reds, but the cores r my go to reels. Nothing wrong with the Chroni or curodo, but didn't seem near as smooth or solid than the Cores. JMO.

You must ain't never used a Calais.

Wide Open · #4 07-14-2011, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Salty

You must ain't never used a Calais.

Didnt like it either Salty, Didnt bring it up, cause I knew Id catch slack for the price of the core. I felt I got just as good of a reel out of the core in a smaller frame than the Cali. thats just my opinion. The way I look at it is I work to damn hard for my money to be here for such a short time not to fish with some of the finer equipment offered today. The Cali is a damn nice reel, but I feel its not near as good as priced or expected. just my2 cents

Salty · #5 07-14-2011, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Wide Open

Didnt like it either Salty, Didnt bring it up, cause I knew Id catch slack for the price of the core. I felt I got just as good of a reel out of the core in a smaller frame than the Cali. thats just my opinion. The way I look at it is I work to damn hard for my money to be here for such a short time not to fish with some of the finer equipment offered today. The Cali is a damn nice reel, but I feel its not near as good as priced or expected. just my2 cents

Actually, there isn't a big difference in price of the Calais and Core. The Calais has some disadvantages, however. It's heavier and wade-fishing with it is a big no-no. It is so finely machined that there is absolutely no tolerance for a grain of sand. I have one that has been "super tuned" and I swear to ya....that thing will free spool for what seems like 5 minutes.

Wide Open · #6 07-14-2011, 11:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Salty

Actually, there isn't a big difference in price of the Calais and Core. The Calais has some disadvantages, however. It's heavier and wade-fishing with it is a big no-no. It is so finely machined that there is absolutely no tolerance for a grain of sand. I have one that has been "super tuned" and I swear to ya....that thing will free spool for what seems like 5 minutes.

Salty who super tunes your reels?

SaltERedneck · #7 07-14-2011, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Wide Open

I've had The newer style Curado, Chroni, and Core, and now only have the Core's. 2 100, and 3, 50mgs, with zero probs or failures in 4 yrs. they r more expensive, but r bad to the bone. I only used Calcutta 200GTB's for the longest time till I tried the cores, and now im sold. I still use my GTB's for fishing big trout at rigs, and winter time reds, but the cores r my go to reels. Nothing wrong with the Chroni or curodo, but didn't seem near as smooth or solid than the Cores. JMO.

I would hope soo for the price. always wanted a core. never had the calzones to get one though.

Micah · #8 07-14-2011, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Salty

You must ain't never used a Calais.

Wife bought me one before we got engaged.....I bought the ring not long after, lol.

Salty · #9 07-14-2011, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Marsh Boy

Wife bought me one before we got engaged.....I bought the ring not long after at half the price, lol.

SaltERedneck · #10 07-14-2011, 10:38 AM

I have fished with the calais and just couldnt see spending that kind of cheddar for it.... would be nice to have dont get me wrong. havent touched a core (bucket list). reels are like shoes for girls. cant just get a pair that works lol. gotta be top notch. I gotta watch how i spend money when it comes to reels. i would bankrupt myself.

Wide Open · #11 07-14-2011, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by SaltERedneck

I have fished with the calais and just couldnt see spending that kind of cheddar for it.... would be nice to have dont get me wrong. havent touched a core (bucket list). reels are like shoes for girls. cant just get a pair that works lol. gotta be top notch. I gotta watch how i spend money when it comes to reels. i would bankrupt myself.

X2 Ive got way to many rods n reels, than one man needs! its addicting

lets just say 5 people could fish in my boat, at 6 rods n reels a piece.

SaltERedneck · #12 07-14-2011, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Wide Open

X2 Ive got way to many rods n reels, than one man needs! its addicting

lets just say 5 people could fish in my boat, at 6 rods n reels a piece.

HAHA my bass rigs are like that... i dont wanna ever tie on new baits soo i got a rodnreel for each setup. Keep my saltwater setups light.... 2 rods 2 reels and a third if i know we are fishing specs and reds.