Help Me Justify Buying A Daiwa Px Type-R

[JeziHogg]

$499, is a steep price tag for a reel, what kind of finesse applications would it excel at over a good spinning reel set up, and what kind of rod would be good for it.

[dam0007]

I would get 2 Chronarchs and a 13 rod for $500. just my $0.02 but I wouldn't pay that much for 1 reel for freshwater, salt on the other hand I would.... you said justify, I can't but if you can drop that type of coin on a finesse reel more power to you! .... second thought if finesse is YOUR THING go for it. Crank baits are my thing so I invested more in that set up.

[baluga]

It's not really about which application it will excel.  It's all about owning a nice reel. 

Go for it

[Marty]

Help Me Justify Buying A Daiwa Px Type-R

 

 

I don't see how others can help you justify it. It's probably safe to assume that it won't help you catch more or bigger fish, so it's a matter of your attitude toward and degree of satisfaction in owning a high-end reel. Chevy or Cadillac? No one else can help with the choice.

[buzzfrog]

thats a steep moutain, outside of a few times, I do not do finesse, when i throw small pond magic spinnerbaits and  small stuff, small grubs beetle spins, a bps extreme is great for light lures. If I had alot of dough id buy one but on on froum i used to be on there was a long ass fight of over people Over compensating by buying stuff like that. I laughed so hard. sorry to go OT but as said if you can afford it go ahead. you know it isnt gonna make ya kvd, so its all good, they do look sexy

[Goose52]

$500 is a steep price indeed.  I got mine NIB on eBay for $400 shipped so there are some deals to be had. I got it 'cause it looked cool in the BPS catalog and I could afford it; plus I like light tackle.  It can't be price justified on performance - it won't catch "X" more fish than a cheaper reel. It doesn't necessarily do anything better than a quality spinning reel.  It's main forte is tossing lighter baits and there are other, cheaper ways to do that with BC reels (especially if you buy a used reel).  It's just a nice, high-quality reel that is a pleasure to use.

 

On matching it with a rod, the Type R has a stout drag and will handle all sorts of presentations, assuming the reel gives you enough line capacity for your needs, so it could be matched with all sorts of rods.  In my case, I bought it specifically to toss lighter baits so I matched it with a light-power rod - a Phoenix Recon (1st gen) PHX-C682L.

 

 

I mostly use mine to toss weightless 5" grubs. It works, catches fish, as evidenced by this 4.7lb LMB - great fun on a light-power rod...

 

[livetofish28]

There's one for sale in the flea market if your interested I wish I could afford something likethis though,

[EvanT123]

I don't see how others can help you justify it. It's probably safe to assume that it won't help you catch more or bigger fish, so it's a matter of your attitude toward and degree of satisfaction in owning a high-end reel. Chevy or Cadillac? No one else can help with the choice.

I agree with Marty. I'd also say don't buy it because you can get a deal on it buy it because you really want it. When I first started buying higher end gear not just top end gear I would scoop up anything I could find a deal on. What I found was just because I got a deal on it; it wasn't exactly what I wanted. So now I save that money that I used to spend on "good deals" and buy what I really want. I still try and find a deal on it but I make sure it's what I want. I actually passed on a deal today because its not what I really want. Hope that makes sense good luck.

[Quitlimpin]

Like the others said; if you can afford it, grab it. I absolutely struggle with spinning gear. I literally have NO idea where each cast is going to end up. I love my Pixy for light tackle. There is very little that a spinning setup can throw that my Pixy won't handle. The 50e shimanos are great, but they cant quite go as low in weight. If the price is too scary, look at an older model...they can be had at a much better price.

[buzzfrog]

$500 is a steep price indeed.  I got mine NIB on eBay for $400 shipped so there are some deals to be had. I got it 'cause it looked cool in the BPS catalog and I could afford it; plus I like light tackle.  It can't be price justified on performance - it won't catch "X" more fish than a cheaper reel. It doesn't necessarily do anything better than a quality spinning reel.  It's main forte is tossing lighter baits and there are other, cheaper ways to do that with BC reels (especially if you buy a used reel).  It's just a nice, high-quality reel that is a pleasure to use.

 

On matching it with a rod, the Type R has a stout drag and will handle all sorts of presentations, assuming the reel gives you enough line capacity for your needs, so it could be matched with all sorts of rods.  In my case, I bought it specifically to toss lighter baits so I matched it with a light-power rod - a Phoenix Recon (1st gen) PHX-C682L.

 

 

I mostly use mine to toss weightless 5" grubs. It works, catches fish, as evidenced by this 4.7lb LMB - great fun on a light-power rod...

 

nice reel, I get goosebumps from the fact that you have a 500 buck reel lieing on the ground lmao jk

[new2BC4bass]

Can't help you justify your choice.  Can't justify the gear I have because it doesn't get used nearly often enough.  I am like a few others.  I enjoy using good gear.  It adds to my fishing pleasure.  Actually my gear is the only reason I haven't given up fishing locally...again.  If it floats your boat (and you can afford it) then go for it.  Seriously doubt you will regret the purchase.

[kickerfish1]

I would suggest looking for one used or looking for a deal on a new one like goose52 suggested. Many would agree there isn't a better casting reel in its stock form that will perform like a pixy for finesse applications. The only exceptions would be a few megabass reels and a few JDM reels.

The rod would have be something in the 2 power range or a medium light rod or close to. A recon would be a good inexpensive choice but if you pair it up with a similar market priced rod your combo is going to push $700+++.

If you are an enthusiast or a collector it would be a good reel to own. A good quality spinning rig would accomplish the same task.

If you want a decent finesse casting reel without the hefty price buy a curado or chronarch 50e. If you can score one used for under $160 it would be a good buy. Put the best spool bearings in it and have the reel supertuned. This would probably put you close $230 give or take and it would be a pretty solid casting reel for light baits.

If you can afford it go for it. If not go with plan b or plan c.

[skeletor6]

I would suggest looking for one used or looking for a deal on a new one like goose52 suggested. Many would agree there isn't a better casting reel in its stock form that will perform like a pixy for finesse applications. The only exceptions would be a few megabass reels and a few JDM reels.

The rod would have be something in the 2 power range or a medium light rod or close to. A recon would be a good inexpensive choice but if you pair it up with a similar market priced rod your combo is going to push $700+++.

If you are an enthusiast or a collector it would be a good reel to own. A good quality spinning rig would accomplish the same task.

If you want a decent finesse casting reel without the hefty price buy a curado or chronarch 50e. If you can score one used for under $160 it would be a good buy. Put the best spool bearings in it and have the reel supertuned. This would probably put you close $230 give or take and it would be a pretty solid casting reel for light baits.

If you can afford it go for it. If not go with plan b or plan c.

 

Well said.

 

Enthusiast is the key here. The reel is excellent for finesse applications. Spinning reels are excellent for finesse applications at a much lower cost. If you want to use casting gear to do what spinning gear can then it is going to come at a price. Just know you are wasting your money if you do not pair it with the right rod. The rod is just as important in this decision.

 

As far as convincing goes, the aesthetics are great on this reel. It can be modified very easily and effectively. With bearing upgrades the spool will spin as you approach an iron mountain. Many upgrades are possible, there is a large fan-base. Resale value is high and being able to fling 1/8oz jigs a ways out there would be pretty cool.

[thehooligan]

I wanted one of these reels since the first time i saw it at the local tackle shop and then i saw the price tag, lol. I waited and waited until i found a used one at a price i could justify. Ive had mine for a few months, and it really is an amazing reel but i rarely use it. Im really a spinning guy dabbling with baitcasters and most of my baitcasting setups just stay on the rod rack.

Ive decided to get rid of some of my baitcasters to finally get a stella, ive wanted one forever and feel like i can justify the purchase if i let go one of my highend reels.

To answer your question better, i look at purchases two ways. One, i typically buy rods & reels that hold there value, i also go to tackletour reviews before i buy anything. If i dont like it, i know ill get my money back. And two, i look at my purchases for the long haul, paying $600 for a stella might be alot of money at one time, but if i keep the reel for 5-10 years then it was totally worth it.

Good luck on getting one, and my type r is in the flea market right now

[jeb2]

I bought a Pixy Type-R last fall. I already owned two steez's that I have to say I'm not overly impressed by. So I was honestly expecting to be underwhelmed by the Pixy too. But it has great reviews and a cult like following, and my wife was pushing me to buy it, so I figured what the heck. I put it on a Dobyn's Extreme DX742, one of my favorite all time 2 powered rods. I fish quite a bit and this setup has done nothing but impress me so far. All I've done is my usual new reel tear down and lube, spool it with 8lb Sunline FC and go fishing. Easy to setup, throws light baits really well and has the power to pull them out of the weeds. It flips well, too. I was flipping unweighted 4" senko's into the weeds with it Monday and it did a great job of it. For sure the best Daiwa BC reel I've ever owned. But that is not a long list, just the Steez's and the Pixy.

 

It replaced a Core 50 with orange seal bearings and the same line on that same rod. Is it way better than the core? No, not really. Maybe a little bit on the really light end of things, but it's not a huge leap. I'm glad I own it and all, but justifying it for someone else is hard. Like Skeletor says, it's an enthusiast thing in the end.

[DaveT63]

If you can afford it, go for it.  But you can find it cheaper than that if you are willing to buy used.  I found one in mint condition for $325.  Use the extra money for a rod that does it justice.

[.RM.]

I don't see how others can help you justify it. It's probably safe to assume that it won't help you catch more or bigger fish, so it's a matter of your attitude toward and degree of satisfaction in owning a high-end reel. Chevy or Cadillac? No one else can help with the choice.

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