279$ with 50 dollar gift card at gander.

They have been discontinued.

Wow!

 

Nice deal for a great reel.

 

 

 

I got one. Looks like they sold quick.

The Core 50MG7 has not been discontinued. Only the 100MG and 100MG7. That came straight from a Shimano rep a few months ago, unless things have changed since then.

The Core 50MG7 has not been discontinued. Only the 100MG and 100MG7. That came straight from a Shimano rep a few months ago, unless things have changed since then.

 

 

All Core models have been discontinued.

 

Per Shimano rep Yesterday:

The Core models are discontinued. We will maintain parts for 5-7 years, but that may increase now. We have been working on some things with Japan to maintain parts for longer periods.

 

Jeff

Probably going to snag one soon again. Great reels especially if they are discounted prices.

Wonder what this holds for the Chronarch 50e and Scorpion 1000xt? Shortly behind the Core 50mg7?

All Core models have been discontinued.

 

Per Shimano rep Yesterday:

The Core models are discontinued. We will maintain parts for 5-7 years, but that may increase now. We have been working on some things with Japan to maintain parts for longer periods.

 

Jeff

 

Thanks for the clarification. Must have just happened recently as I tried to buy a 100MG7 from the Shimano rep I know a few months ago but he couldn't get it but he was able to get me a 50MG7. I wonder why they decided to discontinue it as well...

Thanks for the clarification. Must have just happened recently as I tried to buy a 100MG7 from the Shimano rep I know a few months ago but he couldn't get it but he was able to get me a 50MG7. I wonder why they decided to discontinue it as well...

A "better" lighter more $$$ reel in its place

Thanks for the clarification. Must have just happened recently as I tried to buy a 100MG7 from the Shimano rep I know a few months ago but he couldn't get it but he was able to get me a 50MG7. I wonder why they decided to discontinue it as well...

 

 

That I do not know, but I like my 50!  If I find a great deal, you can bet I will buy up another!

 

 

 

Jeff

The Shimano Core is the smoothest, quietest and most reliable casting reel I have ever owned in fresh or saltwater.
That's a broad-reaching statement that embraces unseemly reels like the Penn GTI and Penn Internationals.

Why would Shimano discontinue a superb, top-selling freshwater reel?
That's easy, the CEO's decided that Shimano would ultimately benefit financially.
One theory is that the ripple-effect from JDM reels is shaking out the domestic market.
I have trouble with that theory though, because the differences between JDM & domestic reels

are essentially cosmetic; stuff like label placement, handle knob changeout, colors and finishes.

 

Shimano is a shrewd corporation that wants a strong market in Japan as well as the USA.
Consequently, you'd be hard pressed to find any measurable difference in "performance"

between JDM and domestic reels. Raising the price of the Stella from 600 to $700 went over like a lead balloon,

so maybe this time around Shimano decided to change the name before ultimately raising the price 

 

Roger

Is the 50 ok for deep cranks? Kind of a dumb question I guess.

The Shimano Core is the smoothest, quietest and most reliable casting reel I have ever owned in fresh or saltwater.

That's a broad-reaching statement that embraces unseemly reels like the Penn GTI and Penn Internationals.

Why would Shimano discontinue a superb, top-selling freshwater reel?

That's easy, the CEO's decided that Shimano would ultimately benefit financially.

One theory is that the ripple-effect from JDM reels is shaking out the domestic market.

I have trouble with that theory though, because the differences between JDM & domestic reels

are essentially cosmetic; stuff like label placement, handle knob changeout, colors and finishes.

 

Shimano is a shrewd corporation that wants a strong market in Japan as well as the USA.

Consequently, you'd be hard pressed to find any measurable difference in "performance"

between JDM and domestic reels. Raising the price of the Stella from 600 to $700 went over like a lead balloon,

so maybe this time around Shimano decided to change the name before raising the price 

 

Roger

I agree with your opening comments on the Core. The new Chronarch Ci4 is very close though in smoothness. Reliability wise, only time will tell. I have little doubt reliability will be acceptable, but some of the hardware etc. has been cheapened. 

Is the 50 ok for deep cranks? Kind of a dumb question I guess.

 

 

No.  Not enough line capcity and too fast of a gearing.

 

Jeff

I agree with your opening comments on the Core. The new Chronarch Ci4 is very close though in smoothness. Reliability wise, only time will tell. I have little doubt reliability will be acceptable, but some of the hardware etc. has been cheapened. 

 

I'm afraid you're right, as cheaper components is a popular road to higher profit margins (e.g. Johnny Morris rods).

 

Roger