waymont Posted July 28, 2020 Posted July 28, 2020 Does anyone have an opinion on this reel. I have a chance to get a really clean one for $125. Worth it? Quote
NJBasstard Posted July 28, 2020 Posted July 28, 2020 You ever fish a Core 50mg7? Yes it's worth it. Quote
Super User JustJames Posted July 28, 2020 Super User Posted July 28, 2020 Buy it, that one of the best reel available. It just like the core version in Japan. I still felt bad that I sold that reel. If you don’t want it, tell me where. Quote
waymont Posted July 28, 2020 Author Posted July 28, 2020 1 hour ago, NJBasstard said: You ever fish a Core 50mg7? Yes it's worth it. I'm not familiar with the Core 50 Quote
Super User JustJames Posted July 28, 2020 Super User Posted July 28, 2020 43 minutes ago, waymont said: I'm not familiar with the Core 50 It is super light weight reel, frame is magnesium, super smooth compare to those of Daiwa or newer shimano. It is also one of smallest reel (you might not like it if you have big hand). The 50 spool size is great for Light line and finesse fishing, weightless trick worm, 1/4oz lure, but powerful enough to fish jig or chatterbait. In another word, I use this reel for everything. The con, since it is old reel then there is no external adjustment, but a lot seem to like old VBS set it and forget it better. The 50 size spool will limit you on line size 12lb hybrid about 80-90yds. weightless worm. 1/4oz Finesse Jig. 1 Quote
Super User Tywithay Posted July 28, 2020 Super User Posted July 28, 2020 Mint Core 50's still fetch near retail price from when they were new. That's a heck of a little reel. Probably the most comfortable platform Shimano ever made too. Quote
NJBasstard Posted July 28, 2020 Posted July 28, 2020 3 hours ago, waymont said: I'm not familiar with the Core 50 Same frame the Curado 50E & Scorpion XT 1000 is built on except it's a magnesium frame. That Aldebaran is the JDM equivalent of the Core 50. If you've ever held a Curado 70 or SLX they're very similar in size but palm a little different and sit lower on the reel seat. I might be biased since they're a personal favorite of mine but I have some 50 platform reels and still prefer how they palm, how simple they are to use and how they perform compared to my newer Shimano's. For $125 I wouldn't hesitate and if you find out you don't like it than you'd be able to sell it fast without losing anything. I'd probably buy it just to have another. 1 Quote
mrpao Posted July 29, 2020 Posted July 29, 2020 I have two aldebaran mg7 in my line up along with two core 50mg7. Awesome reels. Quote
waymont Posted April 13, 2021 Author Posted April 13, 2021 On 7/28/2020 at 1:44 PM, Bass_Fishing_Socal said: It is super light weight reel, frame is magnesium, super smooth compare to those of Daiwa or newer shimano. It is also one of smallest reel (you might not like it if you have big hand). The 50 spool size is great for Light line and finesse fishing, weightless trick worm, 1/4oz lure, but powerful enough to fish jig or chatterbait. In another word, I use this reel for everything. The con, since it is old reel then there is no external adjustment, but a lot seem to like old VBS set it and forget it better. The 50 size spool will limit you on line size 12lb hybrid about 80-90yds. weightless worm. 1/4oz Finesse Jig. How would it work with 8 or 10lb FC, or 20lb braid? Quote
Super User JustJames Posted April 13, 2021 Super User Posted April 13, 2021 13 minutes ago, waymont said: How would it work with 8 or 10lb FC, or 20lb braid? 8-10lb FC I would say perfect. 20lb braid, I never tired that small but if you plan to throw only lightweight lure, you should be fine. Quote
Super User FishTank Posted April 13, 2021 Super User Posted April 13, 2021 Good deal. I would snag it. Quote
waymont Posted March 17, 2024 Author Posted March 17, 2024 I ended up with two of these reels. After a few years on them I agree with the general consensus on BR. I use both with 20lb Sufix 832 for light cranks, shaky heads, small underspins, and light top water stuff. Just got done breaking both down and cleaning them, and a re-grease. They are such simple reels, but there is something about them that is just so smooth and solid feeling. Must be the general design. Great reels! Quote
Reel Posted March 17, 2024 Posted March 17, 2024 I've got a Core 50 that I put on a Shimano Cumulus rod. It makes a great outfit. A 20 year old outfit that can as nice to use as the latest products 1 Quote
jejenkyns Posted January 7 Posted January 7 On 3/17/2024 at 4:30 PM, waymont said: I ended up with two of these reels. After a few years on them I agree with the general consensus on BR. I use both with 20lb Sufix 832 for light cranks, shaky heads, small underspins, and light top water stuff. Just got done breaking both down and cleaning them, and a re-grease. They are such simple reels, but there is something about them that is just so smooth and solid feeling. Must be the general design. Great reels! Still worth it next to their newer offerings? One has come up for sale locally. I'm considering. Quote
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