Good Finesse Baitcaster 1/8 - 3/16 Oz Baits

[oldschoolbasser]

Too short? The Lew's BB1N handle was the 1st 100mm handle to come out! The Abu handle was only 90mm! Have you tried taking a knob off to see if the Revo knob fits? Don't forget the Revo knobs are bearing supported so most likely they won't fit on the post unless you put bearings in the knobs

[0119]

I have 2 original made by Shimano Lew's and they have incredibly short handles. Yeah you can't use the original posts from the old style handles. You have to do like UT Reels does and remount a screwed in post.

[oldschoolbasser]

The BB1,and the BB1N had different csize handles with the BB1 the shorter of the 2. Why don't you just get a straight carbon fiber handle and put the knobs on it?

[0119]

I dislike the modern look of carbon especially when compared to the chrome brass with the dimpled face. The Eva serves a useful purpose. I'm going to try the scalp the post out of the handle set Mike's Reel Repair makes.

[fishangdood]

I dislike the modern look of carbon especially when compared to the chrome brass with the dimpled face. The Eva serves a useful purpose. I'm going to try the scalp the post out of the handle set Mike's Reel Repair makes.

Where there's a will, there's a way.  Where there's a will, dremel, and a twelve pack, there's a better way.

[oldschoolbasser]

Why don't you ask Mike to make one for you? Can't hurt to ask.

[fishangdood]

I always thought they were the worst shaped most uncomfortable grips!  To thin and the handle so short.....   I still want to find a way to fit Revo eva style knobs on to the classic dimpled chromed brass handles, just cant find a source for posts.

The bblxm is about as short as I've seen them from nut to handle post.  2500c has an 80mm, post to post, for scale.

 

Amain.com or maybe even rcbearings.com may carry bushings to you specifications for a custom revo eva knob fit.  Posts- I've toyed with the idea of using aluminum rivets and then chop/grind/dril tap.  Regardless, customizing is always great.  I've also just finished a simple-to-remove mag assembly for the 2500c brake plate.  All you need is a nylon washer with almost the exact outer diameter of the bearing housing, cut it into a c-washer, and then hot glue the earth mags.

[0119]

Why don't you ask Mike to make one for you? Can't hurt to ask.

Good idea....

[oldschoolbasser]

Yeah, I get those every now and then Lews BB1N handle on the left,Abu 100mm on the right. You guys still think its too short?

[0119]

Both of Mine are shorter. I don't mind shorter, I prefer Abu's counter balanced handles best for their 'snubbiness' I just want replaceable big beefy knobs like the Revo's. IT's always seem to be his trade mark blue!

[fishangdood]

Both of Mine are shorter. I don't mind shorter, I prefer Abu's counter balanced handles best for their 'snubbiness' I just want replaceable big beefy knobs like the Revo's. IT's always seem to be his trade mark blue!

I know you said that you aren't partial to the carbon fiber on the ambassadeurs, but did you see the carbon fiber counterbalance handles?  That's oldschool with newschool flare.  I'd love to sprinkle some of that on my abus, heck, even on a cranker low pro.

[oldschoolbasser]

Check out Simon's big knob handles. Knobs are 2x the size of normal knobs. And they come with different color knobs!

[oldschoolbasser]

Just updating the frames to better match the side plates.

[Bdjr1]

What size handle would u Go with for Scorpion 1001XT?

[John G]

What size handle would u Go with for Scorpion 1001XT?

Both of mine are going to be sporting 85mm ZPI Handles with Power Grip II knobs. One of them is already set up that way I'll post a pic of it when I get home from work .

 

 

85mm ZPI Handle and a Core 100 Star Drag

 

[stkbassn]

I heard the Pflueger Supreme XT was a great reel for throwing light baits. I saw them on Ebay for $119 shipped.

[fishangdood]

Both of mine are going to be sporting 85mm ZPI Handles with Power Grip II knobs. One of them is already set up that way I'll post a pic of it when I get home from work .

 

 

85mm ZPI Handle and a Core 100 Star Drag

 

That is sexaaay!

[John G]

That is sexaaay!

Thank you! I have it mounted on a Loomis CR721IMX with a Yumeya shallow spool. It is a very fun combo to fish with.

[Bdjr1]

Ordered a HawgTech 90mm, Blk/Silver w/Septon Knobs

[JeziHogg]

Shimano Brenious for under $200, That is all.

[stk]

Little bit older, but my Shimano Scorpion 1001 4x4 SVS can cast some pretty light lures.  In fact there is one in the flea market right now (1000 for righty).

[Boogey Man]

I got a Pinnacle Primmus last fall. I was fishing at a small pond a few weeks ago, the bass weren't cooperating and I didn't have a spinning combo so i tried a Strike King Mini King spinnerbait with the Primmus. It had 12lb mono and was on a 6'6" Abu Garcia rod. Figured what the heck, lol. I was very impressed with the distance I was getting. So,  thought how low can I go, so I tried a 1/8th ounce in line spinner. Impressed again. I'm sure with a different rod and lighter line, the Primmus would make pretty good finesse baitcaster that can be had for a pretty deep discount on some sites.

[new2BC4bass]

I got a Pinnacle Primmus last fall. I was fishing at a small pond a few weeks ago, the bass weren't cooperating and I didn't have a spinning combo so i tried a Strike King Mini King spinnerbait with the Primmus. It had 12lb mono and was on a 6'6" Abu Garcia rod. Figured what the heck, lol. I was very impressed with the distance I was getting. So,  thought how low can I go, so I tried a 1/8th ounce in line spinner. Impressed again. I'm sure with a different rod and lighter line, the Primmus would make pretty good finesse baitcaster that can be had for a pretty deep discount on some sites.

 

Whoa!  Got a Primmus over the winter.  No plans to try light stuff with it, tho, as I already have more than enough light set ups.  How about starting a thread with a little review of this reel?  I'd like to hear more about it.  Thanks.

[FishTank]

I have been using a Core 101MG and a Chronarch 51e for light weight stuff.  But the 1/8oz stuff, the right rod also needs to be involved.  I have tried it and it was to light for my needs but St. Croix has one in the Avid series that is a ML x-fast that will cast light lures with easy.  It did not feel balanced with any reel I tried on it, IMHO.  I almost purchased it but instead went with spinning gear (pflueger supreme and a 7'3" Elite Tech ML) for the application I wanted to use it for. 

[John G]

Theres a difference between casting 1/8th oz and casting 1/8th oz for distance and accuracy. I was able to cast a 1/8th drop shot weight with my Aldebaran BFS on a 6'9 Volkey UL about 110 ft. Now throw on a 1/8 oz rapala ultra light minnow Id be lucky to get 60-70 ft due to the aerodynamics and density. That being said, the Revo LT is gonna eat all others in the 200 or less range and even some more expensive BFS reels. Its basically an aluminum framed LTX/LTZ. Same superlight shallow spool that weights 8.2 grams. Order from Japan today, you should get it by next weekend. $176 plus shipping, should put you right at $200.

So where is the Revo LT made? I haven't found any righties for the price you quoted (did not check Rakuten) but found them for around $200.00. It's a great looking reel. Is it comparable in size to a 50 size Shimano or bigger?

 

I have been casting the 1/8oz Rapala Husky Jerk with a Conquest 50 with an Avail Spool/Loomis CR721 and I have been very pleased with the distance that I was getting. At least 60ft. With the right rod, I know that it will do even better.

 

For a Shimano 50, Curado, Scorpion, Core etc, I think that you will have problems throwing the little Husky Jerk with the factory spool. Having the proper rod would help but the heavier spool would work against you.