iamham3 Posted April 9, 2014 Author Posted April 9, 2014 All of this is much needed, greatly appreciated advice. Being advised that the Lew's are built on the same platform as my PQ's I can wait a little while before experimenting with one of those and go with a Shimano right now. I'm leaning towards the Scorpion XT1000, but have only received 2 responses favoring the Scorpion compared with many others suggesting Curados and Chronarchs. Are there any advantages in opting for the Japanese reel besides having something that's not as common? Any disadvantages? Just trying to get a little more knowledge from more knowledgeable anglers than me before I pull the trigger. Fishing purchases in 2014 will be fewer and further between. Quote
bootytrain Posted April 9, 2014 Posted April 9, 2014 Get the scorpion, if you don't like it you will have no problem selling it. But you will love it. The bearings are better on the scorpion vs its USDM counterpart chronarch 50. Plus you have finesse spool options that Lews doesn't. Quote
John G Posted April 9, 2014 Posted April 9, 2014 The disadvantages in getting a Scorpion is no warranty support if you need it. There are no advantages in getting a Scorpion XT1000 IMHO. I got one because it's a great looking JDM 50 sized Shimano that is very affordable. Quote
Basshammer Posted April 9, 2014 Posted April 9, 2014 Oh yea i have a bb1 pro lews and that is so smooth i can't put it down sometimes. I am sure the curado is just as good just personal preference. Quote
iamham3 Posted May 27, 2014 Author Posted May 27, 2014 I just bought 3 Scorpions from Japan Tackle. A XT1000 and 2 XT1500's. The XT1000 is a better reel than the Curado 50E that I had IMHO. People say it's the same reel but I don't remember the Curado 50E that I had being as good a caster as the XT1000. Japan Tackle has the XT1000 for $199.00. To be honest, after using the XT1000, I wish that I would have bought 2 XT1000's and 1 XT1500 instead. After having these reels for almost 2 months now do you still feel the same? I was originally looking at buying the XT1000 for use with small to medium crankbaits, but am now looking at it for other uses (nothing heavy duty). Do you think it would be adequate as a reel that can cover a broad range of applications? Do you suggest the XT1500 for more versatility? Quote
Super User deaknh03 Posted May 27, 2014 Super User Posted May 27, 2014 After having these reels for almost 2 months now do you still feel the same? I was originally looking at buying the XT1000 for use with small to medium crankbaits, but am now looking at it for other uses (nothing heavy duty). Do you think it would be adequate as a reel that can cover a broad range of applications? Do you suggest the XT1500 for more versatility? I have 1000xts,1500xts and would absolutely recommend them to you. I use a 1000xt for small jigs 1/4 and under as well as cranks up to 1/2 oz. I have it teamed with a med action rod. The 1500 is the next step up, I use it for topwater but it takes up where the 1000 left off..anything over 1/2 oz is perfect..mines paired with a m/h but its more heavy than med. It could be used with a heavy no problem. I also use the mg series and regular 1000 and 1500s, all superior reels. Quote
John G Posted May 28, 2014 Posted May 28, 2014 After having these reels for almost 2 months now do you still feel the same? I was originally looking at buying the XT1000 for use with small to medium crankbaits, but am now looking at it for other uses (nothing heavy duty). Do you think it would be adequate as a reel that can cover a broad range of applications? Do you suggest the XT1500 for more versatility? I sure do! I have a XT1000 on a top water rod and I will be throwing up to a 3/4oz Spook with it. I have the 1500-7 on my MBR843 for lighter T Rigs and I have the regular XT1500 on a Loomis CR723 for 1/2oz and under spinnerbaits. I may get another XT1000 to fill this role. I am getting another 1500-7 for my MBR844 for jigs and heavier T Rigs. What I found out since I got my Scorpions is that the handle on the XT1000 can accept 4 bearings and the 1500's cannot. The schematic for the 1500's show that the handle has 1 bearing and 1 bushing in each knob but it does not. At least mine do not. My 1500 handles can only accept 1 bearing in each knob. My 1500-7 now sports an 85mm ZPI handle with Power Grip II Knobs and my other Scorpions will too eventually.The Scorpions are very practical, great quality, Japanese Made Shimano's that will serve me well and I just wish that I had more of them. Quote
stkbassn Posted May 28, 2014 Posted May 28, 2014 I missed out on the $99 Curado G's at BPS last month but I still want a Shimano reel. I want a reel to fill the shallow to medium diving crankbait gap in my arsenal. I borrowed my brother's Curado BSF, and liked it ok. He's a diehard Shimano fan and suggested I look at the Chronarch 50MG, Curado'S D & BSF and some other Chronarchs I can't remember the model numbers for. After looking at Shimanos I got interested in the Scorpion's (to have something different--if they're good reels). I've been wanting a Lew's reel, and am leaning towards the BB1, BB1 Pro, or TP. I will eventually get a Shimano and a Lew's but can only afford 1 right now with $200 being my "limit". Any advice on which ones would suit my "needs" best? I have 3 PQ's (that I have no problems with, one of the best deals in fishing at $69) and a Daiwa Tatula that I like a lot. Just want some other brands. Curado I, E ,G - all good reels Citica E- good reel, will surprise you!! Chronarch B, D...awesome reels Shimano, no doubt about it. Quote
Super User tomustang Posted May 28, 2014 Super User Posted May 28, 2014 Look for a 50E, spool capacity is not an issue for 10-12lb line cranking. I see using 200s or lews sizes are better meant for bigger line Quote
Dramer77 Posted May 28, 2014 Posted May 28, 2014 I just picked up a new curado I, amazing reel.. I had a lews bb1 and it's no match for the curado Quote
FL Bass Abducter Posted June 1, 2014 Posted June 1, 2014 Maybe it's just me, but I have to have all my reels the same brand/model. I carry 8-10 rods with me and I don't like to pick up a rod and the feel and performance not be the same as the one I just set down on the deck. I keep hearing about the lews, but it's hard for me to stray away from Shimano because parts are readily available and I know how to strip them down to the frame with my eyes closed. Rods are a different story as we all know you need different lengths/actions for different lures. Quote
cajunpapi Posted June 1, 2014 Posted June 1, 2014 Lamham3, flip a coin, they are both fantastic reels. You are going to get both eventually. Quote
bradc36 Posted June 2, 2014 Posted June 2, 2014 I personally love my lew's reels. I own a couple TP's, MG's, superduty, all the way down to the regular speed spool and I've had no issues. My fishing buddy is loaded up with every shimano reel you could think of and I think he feels the same way. You can't go wrong with either. Quote
TrapperJ Posted June 2, 2014 Posted June 2, 2014 Im a huge fan of Lew's heck even the $99 model is killer! Quote
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