Orochi X10 interest

[Columbia Craw]

I’ll write an evaluation-assessment of my Bandersnatch if there is interest.

[softwateronly]

I'm not thinking about buying it, but I enjoy hearing others opinions of interesting rods from companies I like.

 

scott

[Eric 26]

@Columbia Craw as @softwateronlysaid I like hearing other’s opinions/reviews😉

[Columbia Craw]

Okay.

 

The Orochi X10 touts itself as being built on a new blank design that features natural plant fiber material which is sustainable. So much for the green deal hype.  I’m sure this series is made exclusively for the US market.  I’m convinced there is an element of a plant based material but that material can be applied as skrim in the production of the blank.

 

The blank itself is what I consider to be a larger diameter thinner wall design. The Bandersnatch does have that feeling, similar to high end glass blanks but not that large of a diameter.  Regardless, the rod is less than five ounces.  The action is “regular”  At 7’ with a lure rating of 3/8 to 1 ounce you would think is to be true heavy.  I would put it as a med/hvy plus or between a 4-5 power Dobyns rod.  Most of my rods are fast to xtra fast and the Orochi  regular was on the slower side of fast.  This is actually a plus however because the regular action makes for a very controlled cast ability.  Roll casts and target casts benefit from this action. 
 

Sensitivity is pretty darn good. II reminds me of my Xtremes.  The blank is really responsive for that regular action. Nice tip and a delayed lick up but not lacking in power.  I put the sweet spot at 1/2 to 5/8 ounce and the ounce top end of the rating is pushing it.

 

Components are all top tier. The fit finish and color scheme are really nice but not gaudy.  The upper 70 percent of the blank is lightly sanded. The split grip is nice and quality of cork is as good as I’ve ever seen.  The grip itself is however, short.  My big hands roll off the end in casting but it’s comfortable when palming the reel. 
 

The balance point is good with a Scorpion 70 series reel.  I do like the way this rod loads and for an action that is slower than the rods I usually fish, it locks up into power fast enough.  I’ve had limited time on the water and have run 3/8 to 1/2 swim jigs and buzz baits with it.  These baits are a great match for this blank.

 

I like it. It’s different but in a good way.  The components are especially nice and everything compliments itself.  Is it a $400 rod? Sorry Megabass. No.  Did I pay retail? No.  I was able to capitalize on a sale plus discount and for what I paid for this stick I can’t complain.  It comes with a super nice soft case.  What impressed me the most is the casting control, really good feel and sensitivity in a superb build and finish. 

[Cgrinder]

16 hours ago, Columbia Craw said:

Okay.

 

The Orochi X10 touts itself as being built on a new blank design that features natural plant fiber material which is sustainable. So much for the green deal hype.  I’m sure this series is made exclusively for the US market.  I’m convinced there is an element of a plant based material but that material can be applied as skrim in the production of the blank.

 

The blank itself is what I consider to be a larger diameter thinner wall design. The Bandersnatch does have that feeling, similar to high end glass blanks but not that large of a diameter.  Regardless, the rod is less than five ounces.  The action is “regular”  At 7’ with a lure rating of 3/8 to 1 ounce you would think is to be true heavy.  I would put it as a med/hvy plus or between a 4-5 power Dobyns rod.  Most of my rods are fast to xtra fast and the Orochi  regular was on the slower side of fast.  This is actually a plus however because the regular action makes for a very controlled cast ability.  Roll casts and target casts benefit from this action. 
 

Sensitivity is pretty darn good. II reminds me of my Xtremes.  The blank is really responsive for that regular action. Nice tip and a delayed lick up but not lacking in power.  I put the sweet spot at 1/2 to 5/8 ounce and the ounce top end of the rating is pushing it.

 

Components are all top tier. The fit finish and color scheme are really nice but not gaudy.  The upper 70 percent of the blank is lightly sanded. The split grip is nice and quality of cork is as good as I’ve ever seen.  The grip itself is however, short.  My big hands roll off the end in casting but it’s comfortable when palming the reel. 
 

The balance point is good with a Scorpion 70 series reel.  I do like the way this rod loads and for an action that is slower than the rods I usually fish, it locks up into power fast enough.  I’ve had limited time on the water and have run 3/8 to 1/2 swim jigs and buzz baits with it.  These baits are a great match for this blank.

 

I like it. It’s different but in a good way.  The components are especially nice and everything compliments itself.  Is it a $400 rod? Sorry Megabass. No.  Did I pay retail? No.  I was able to capitalize on a sale plus discount and for what I paid for this stick I can’t complain.  It comes with a super nice soft case.  What impressed me the most is the casting control, really good feel and sensitivity in a superb build and finish. 

 

Thanks for the write up. This is not a US market rod; they're mostly Japanese lengths and actions. The price from Japan is also pretty good.

 

I have a Swamp Survivor that I like a lot. 

[Eric 26]

I really enjoyed the write up👍🏻 Although I’ll probably never own one I’m pretty sure I could find a use for the rod based off your review especially since I prefer a slower action such as is found in my 2 Okuma TCS-a rods and having fat but shorter fingers your description of the handle sounds perfect to me. Thanks again for taking the time to share your thoughts on your new rod😃