Daiwa Tatula Tactical?

[Dat_Bass]

So, I've heard mixed reviews about Daiwa products. The Tatula Tactical looks pretty sweet to me and I was looking for

some honest opinions on whether or not it is worth the money.

[fishnkamp]

If you heard mixed reviews on Daiwa reels they were more than likely not from Daiwa users. 

Having said that, the Tactical is a Tackle Warehouse only version. it would not be your best option.

The only version Tackle Warehouse has left in inventory is a 7.3-1 left handed reel. They have sold out of all of the other stock. Most likely Daiwa is no longer building it for them.  Cabelas had a special version of the Tatulas built for them also.

 

The best option is to go with your choice of a right handed reel in 5.5, 6.3, 7.3, or 8.1 gear ratio reel.  Left handed reels are available in a 6.3 and 7.3 to 1 gear ratios.  8.1 lefties are available in the Type R reels only.

 

Personally I fish with 1 Exceler, 4 original sized Tatula Type Rs, and 2 of the smaller version Tatula CTs. I love them all, they are amazing reels regardless of their price. If you send me an email at fishnkamp@comcast.net  then I will share a supplier that can sell you any CT version for $100 shipped to your door.  Otherwise they retail for around $129.