Southcoast Bassin

That’s a great question... gonna try and find out

Wow !!! This is EXACTLY The answer !!! He actually has examples of Metanium’s done ... Thanks so much ???

I understand that the fish could care less... But it still drives me nuts ! LOL I agree 100% on the black reels. I’ve got a couple of Curado K’s and I’m telling ya ..Those d**n Reels are like Tanks ! My son has a K too that I bought him...let’s just say he’s not as nice to his gear as me. I picked it up last week to throw a chatterbait he had on it and the d**n thing is still mint. He shorefishes with it too ! He has no reel cover on it ... Thing still looks great! Something to be said for a black reel .. LOL?

Thanks for insight. I agree with you... picking up the MBR’s feel like a bit more balanced and sensitive version of a Falcon. The handles are more comfortable as well. Thanks

The old Falcon Cara 6”6 all around med heavy .... is perfection. The 6”10 head turner is a spinnerbait/chatterbait casting rod ... not as good . Plus the 6”10 is a heavy action.

Oh excellent! Thanks for the lead ..?

Appreciate the insight thank you Lots of guys switching to parabolic actions for Jigs specifically. Bass have a difficult time throwing the hook using a rod with that MBR action.

Hello There has to be some Shimano Metanium owners that know what I’m what I’m talking about when I say these are super smooth and sensitive reels. Easy to replace the aluminum gears and they tune up insane ! Some guys even like the 16 precious models better than the 20. However ... the paint has always chipped like crazy on these Silver reels !!!? Any ideas on how to touch them up matching the color to make them look good without making a mess ????

Appreciate your input guys ...! I feel great about my decision. Need a little more help. because your very familiar with the rods I have to ask what reels and weight reels seem to balance out the best with them ? I understand that reels have allot to do with personal preference but I also do think that certain weight and types reels do a better job with different brand rods. Whats your thoughts on reels for them ?

Has to be something to a more parabolic rod .... Im certainly no expert but my thought is it’s allot tougher to throw a hook with a rod that flexes VS a rod that’s stiff.

I was looking for more of a specialty shop... There are guys that specifically paint reels. Most do crazy custom work... This would just be one color so I’m thinking that it would be easier for them to do ?

Thanks for your insight... Im currently looking for another MBR 843C ... thinking that I can use it with smaller 1/4 ounce finesse jigs and worms and again also for Smaller 3/8 chatter baits and spinnerbaits. I do have a GLX 803C JWR .. I plan on using it for skipping 1/4 ounce finesse jigs..worms and Senkos around banks and docks. Im thinking other than my 852 S spinning set up.... that should cover it ! fingers crossed ..LOL Im tired of having 10 baitcast set ups. I sold everything and dropping down to 4 with quality over quantity....

Just bought these 2 rods Was hoping to use them both for bottom contact Jigs and Worms but also the ability to use the 844 MBR for Swim Jigs and 1/2 ounce Chatterbaits and big spinnerbaits along with 3/8 ounce jigs and Texas rigs. The 854 JWR would just be for 3/8 to 1/2 Jigs and Texas rig Creatures ..also 7”to 10” inch worms. Both with 14/16 lb flouro. This way it gives me some versatility... I find that using a more parabolic rod Jig fishing smallies and Largemouth in open clear water I have a tendency to lose less fish considering the way they fight. Like to get some thoughts from guys who own them? I’m hearing good things about the GLX MBR line. Just want to confirm Thanks and Tight Lines !

I was looking for more of a specialty shop... There are guys that specifically paint reels. Most do crazy custom work... This would just be one color so I’m thinking that it would be easier for them to do ?

Hello could someone lead me in the right direction please ? I am looking for someone to paint my Silver Shimano Metaniums . I would like to have them painted matte black or semi w/very little gloss. One solid color. Can you recommend someone?