Tech Tackle precision reels and rods are sure to bring a smile to any angler
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Energy PT-XMetal:
The first time I saw the real Quantum Energy PT-Xmetal I remarked how cool the
Titanium multi-colored highlights were on the reel. It is nice to see that Tech
Tackle has brought this over to their precision miniature. While this finish
won't see to change color in different light like the real thing, it does give
you reasonable facsimile of the effect. Of all the Tech Tackle rigs I have seen
this is my favorite. The reel is very small, with the body actually smaller than
a dime in size. The Tour Edition PT rod looks great, especially the handles and
reel seat. On this reel you can't cast and like all the other eels the drag star
doesn't move, but you can retrieve. The reel clicks as you release and retrieve
line, keeping tension on the spool at all times. No backlashes here.
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Are you a
baitcasting fan? The Energy PT X-Metal looks cool in "mini" size |
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This reel is
tiny, well under a Quarter in size |
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Gloss on the
Quantum Tour Edition rod |
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The action
of the rod is pretty realistic |
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Yes these
guides are actually wound on. Also notice the replica Eagle Claw hook |
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Dwarfed by
the real thing |
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Try thumbing
this reel |
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Even the
handle grips are ergonomically shaped like the real thing |
I couldn't stop smiling as we were taking pictures
of this miniature side by side the original. While the reel looks a tad bit
longer and thinner than the real thing, Tech Tackle has still done a fine job
capturing that "mini-me" feel with this particular setup.
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