New for 2021 is Daiwa's ProRex TWS 400, which I guess is intended to compete directly with Shimano's Tranx 400. I haven't seen one in the metal just yet, however, what pix I have seen seem to show a reel that is considerably narrower than a Tranx 400. Probably uses a deeper spool, so to maintain line capacity.
This reel will slot in above the Lexa series, which is a bit more utilitarian in nature. It looks like Daiwa is pitching these new reels at the Muskie crowd, which is exactly the market that Shimano dominates with the Tranx 400.
The "TWS" designation normally means that It will utilize Daiwa's flip-back T-Wing level wind guide design, which has been flaw-free in my own Catalina TW 100, though I did have some initial doubts as to its robust-ness.
Available gear ratios will be 5.3:1, 7.1:1, and 8.1:1. Can you guess which one I think is most appropriate for "our" work?
Here is what Daiwa says on their FB post:
"Our latest introduction has been designed and engineered with one purpose in mind- to catch Musky- The all new Prorex TW. A heavy duty, high capacity 400 sized reel complete with an aluminum frame and side plate, UTD Drag, an adjustable length power handle and a heavy duty clutch design- the Prorex TW is a perfect match for our Prorex Musky Rods and ready to handle whatever you can throw it’s way. Arriving Spring 2021 at a dealer near you."
Hard to miss the purple reel highlights. I think this is meant to match Daiwa's JDM Kohga line of rods, which feature all kinds of purple components.
I don't yet know the level of SW protective sealing, if any. If none, not all that off-putting, as most bait casting reels are real light on proper sealing. More info as I find it. Anyway, here's the pix I've found so far:
This reel will slot in above the Lexa series, which is a bit more utilitarian in nature. It looks like Daiwa is pitching these new reels at the Muskie crowd, which is exactly the market that Shimano dominates with the Tranx 400.
The "TWS" designation normally means that It will utilize Daiwa's flip-back T-Wing level wind guide design, which has been flaw-free in my own Catalina TW 100, though I did have some initial doubts as to its robust-ness.
Available gear ratios will be 5.3:1, 7.1:1, and 8.1:1. Can you guess which one I think is most appropriate for "our" work?
Here is what Daiwa says on their FB post:
"Our latest introduction has been designed and engineered with one purpose in mind- to catch Musky- The all new Prorex TW. A heavy duty, high capacity 400 sized reel complete with an aluminum frame and side plate, UTD Drag, an adjustable length power handle and a heavy duty clutch design- the Prorex TW is a perfect match for our Prorex Musky Rods and ready to handle whatever you can throw it’s way. Arriving Spring 2021 at a dealer near you."
Hard to miss the purple reel highlights. I think this is meant to match Daiwa's JDM Kohga line of rods, which feature all kinds of purple components.
I don't yet know the level of SW protective sealing, if any. If none, not all that off-putting, as most bait casting reels are real light on proper sealing. More info as I find it. Anyway, here's the pix I've found so far:
