Opinions on orichi xx perfect pitch vs levante perfect pitch? Is it work the extra to step up to orichi xx? Will be used primarily for flipping 1/2-3/4 jigs+ trailer heavier t rigs, and light frogging/6 inch magdrafts.

I've had both.. because two years ago the top 6 inches on my Orochi PP snapped when casting a 3/4 oz jig + trailer. At about the same time frame there were breakage issues and a re-call on the old Levantes.  

 

New Levante came out this past year and I got the PP again... I assume they strengthened/tested them plenty to ensure against breakage. I feel more confident for that reason with the Levante over the Orochi right now, although I have no reason to believe there were rampant quality issues with the Orochi like there were previously with the Levante.

 

So far, so good. I really like the rod (both models), its fairly unique for power and action and fits a good niche. 

All I know is that the levante line is super sensitive for the price. I had the tour versatile and I have whipsnake right now. All my other rods are glx, nrx+ and conquest, and destroyer so that’s what I’m comparing to.