I just got a new reel, an omoto wavecaster 4000. It's not bad looking reel. The color looks nice, and I like the look of round reels. I bought it mostly for freshwater fishing. It ended up being a little larger than I actually wanted. I mistakenly assumed that it would be about the size of an abu 4500, but it's more like a 5500 sized abu. The profile is a little larger than a 5500 abu as well. It's not a big deal. I just wanted something smaller for the type of fishing I wanted to do, which would have been bass, pickerel, catfish, and even some saltwater species: like stripers and bluefish. Other then the size mistake, I'm very happy with it so far; especially for the price.

From the pictures I'd have thought it was 4500 size too. 

I just got a new reel, an omoto wavecaster 4000. It's not bad looking reel. The color looks nice, and I like the look of round reels. I bought it mostly for freshwater fishing. It ended up being a little larger than I actually wanted. I mistakenly assumed that it would be about the size of an abu 4500, but it's more like a 5500 sized abu. The profile is a little larger than a 5500 abu as well. It's not a big deal. I just wanted something smaller for the type of fishing I wanted to do, which would have been bass, pickerel, catfish, and even some saltwater species: like stripers and bluefish. Other then the size mistake, I'm very happy with it so far; especially for the price. image.jpg image.jpg

How much did you pay for it?

How much did you pay for it?

$97. I can't post a pic, because the file is too big for some reason, but the inside is built like a 7000 reel.

ABU used to build a 7000 hsn (high speed narrow) which was similar. Great concept too for musky anglers. You had the strength of a 7000 with less bulk.

ABU used to build a 7000 hsn (high speed narrow) which was similar. Great concept too for musky anglers. You had the strength of a 7000 with less bulk.

i did not know that, but not too surprised since abu makes a lot of different reels. Also, omoto used to make reels for them as well, which explains a lot of the physicsl similarities. Having it now, it is so much easier to see the differences from omoto's body to that of the ambassadeurs. Just looking at photos doesn't help. But now I'm thinking the physical comparison should be applied with the 7000hsn you mention.

 

 

 

Is this your first JDM? and can you tell me how well it handles 1/16 of an oz stuffs once you get to try it out?

 

Nice acquisition!

Is this your first JDM? and can you tell me how well it handles 1/16 of an oz stuffs once you get to try it out?

 

First high end jdm rod, i had a majorcraft corkish which i was pretty impressed with for build quality though.

 

The rod came in a few days ago when it was 28 degrees out with 25mph winds but i had to get out there, lol. Was so windy i really couldnt get an accurate feel for the rod.

 

So, i went out shortly today, 44 degrees and no wind. Spooled up some #7 sniper and hit the road.  

 

Rod is rated 3/32 - 3/8oz. I wouldnt throw heavier then 1/4oz hardbaits, and 1/16oz plastics. Its ideal for my two go finesse baits, 3-4 inch wacky senkos, and 1/16oz flickshake.

First high end jdm rod, i had a majorcraft corkish which i was pretty impressed with for build quality though.

 

The rod came in a few days ago when it was 28 degrees out with 25mph winds but i had to get out there, lol. Was so windy i really couldnt get an accurate feel for the rod.

 

So, i went out shortly today, 44 degrees and no wind. Spooled up some #7 sniper and hit the road.  

 

Rod is rated 3/32 - 3/8oz. I wouldnt throw heavier then 1/4oz hardbaits, and 1/16oz plastics. Its ideal for my two go finesse baits, 3-4 inch wacky senkos, and 1/16oz flickshake.

 

Awesome. I am still deciding what to pair with my Metanium HG, that I upgraded with some KTF parts. I know the spool is 1.2 grams heavier than the Aldebaran BFS one, so its questionable whether it can successfully throw 1/16 oz jig+trailer, even with proper rod.

 

Edit* The finish and color on the blank is quite stunning.

 

BEAUTIFUL. WOW. I. WANT.

 

Nice setup there.

Hooligan, what spool is that on your Aldebaran BFS?

Hooligan, what spool is that on your Aldebaran BFS?

KTF

Stellar combination Matt! Enjoy that puppy!

Awesome. I am still deciding what to pair with my Metanium HG, that I upgraded with some KTF parts. I know the spool is 1.2 grams heavier than the Aldebaran BFS one, so its questionable whether it can successfully throw 1/16 oz jig+trailer, even with proper rod.

 

Edit* The finish and color on the blank is quite stunning.

1/16oz+grub trailer, 12lb fluro, on a Croix medium, not really a problem

1/16oz+grub trailer, 12lb fluro, on a Croix medium, not really a problem

 

I want to know how well it will throw just that 1/16 oz jig head .

I want to know how well it will throw just that 1/16 oz jig head .

I know nothing about finesse casting when it comes to what is optimal line/rod action/distance but I can get it around 30- 40ft without backlash.

This was with working with what I had and fine tuning the reel for 15min with the weight. Really was just to see what it was capable of

Wow, palming is so much easier now days!

Wow, palming is so much easier now days!

 

VERY nice reels and a cool comparison of old school to new school

New swimbait/inshore reel

My setups-all rods under $49.99 and reels under $99.99. Nothing fancy just stuff that is great quality for the price in my opinion.

Spinning

Berkley Lightning Rod Shock 6' medium with Quantam Fire 10-vertical Jigging

Berkley Lightning Rod Shock 6'6" medium with Quantam Fire 20-small inline spinners/swimbaits

Berkley Lightning Rod Shock 7' medium with Quantam Fire 20-shaky heads and small worms

Scheels Outfitters IM7 7' medium light with Quantam Fire 15-drop shot

Casting

Mitchell Fulcrum 6' medium heavy with Quantam Accurist 6.3:1-use in my kayak and close quarter casts

Berkley Lightning Rod Shock 6'6" medium with Quantam Accurist 6.3:1-shallow crank/swimbais/Texas rigs

Berkley Lightning Rod Shock 7' medium heavy with Bass Pro Shops Bionic 5.3:1 (reel is in mail)-Crankbait

Berkley Lightning Rod Shock 7'6" Heavy with Quantam Code 7.0:1-flipping/frogs/umbrella Rigs

^^ Way to go putting a collection together on a set budget

^^ Way to go putting a collection together on a set budget

Thanks. Like I said they all work very well for someone on a budget.

Wow, palming is so much easier now days!

Those are nice! Is that an old MagLite?