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Plano EDGE - The Freedom to Create
Unique Storage Solutions for Every Angler
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 When
it comes to price the EDGE boxes are more expensive than most
other boxes, including Plano's traditional StowAway and Rustrictor boxes. As an
example a Rustrictor 3700 box retails for $8.39 while the comparable 3700 STD
box retails for $24.99. The most expensive box in the lineup is the highly
configurable Master 3700 Terminal Box which retails for $49.99 dollars. Though
they are more than double the price of the average tackle box after using the
EDGE boxes for two seasons I can confidently say that they are absolutely worth
the extra investment.
The EDGE Series not only protects
your tackle but keeps it organized and more accessible, all of which helps keep
you in the game
The EDGE boxes are
extremely well designed and the flexibility in configuration of these well
engineered boxes is what makes them intriguing, but what makes them more than a
novelty is just how good they are at protecting your valuable tackle over the long haul.
These boxes are like vaults for your arsenal of lures, and though they are heavier than your standard boxes this also
serves as a reminder of just how well-built they are. With stainless steel
hinges, polycarbonate lids, and reinforced Rustrictor plastic frames the EDGE
boxes will last through many seasons of heavy use.
Ratings: (We've re-calibrated our ratings standard for 2008 and have included a key at the bottom of the following matrix as a guide)
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Plano Edge
Series Boxes
Ratings
(?/10) |
| Construction/Quality |
The EDGE Series raises the bar
not just for Plano tackle boxes but all storage boxes throughout the
industry. These boxes are built with extremely robust materials including
reinforced plastic frames infused with Rustrictor, polycarbonate lids, and
stainless steel pin hinges |
9.5 |
| Performance |
While the performance of each
box is unique we decided to rate all the boxes as a complete system. The
must-have boxes will really depend on your specific applications, favorite
bait types and personal fishing style. The boxes are designed with enough
configurability that anglers have true freedom to create your own ideal
storage system |
9 |
| Price |
The Plano EDGE boxes are more
than twice as expensive as your average tackle boxes but I'd argue that they
are many times as feature-rich and well built. These boxes may be expensive
but they come with useful features that don't exist in other boxes and are
built to last |
7.5 |
| Features |
The EDGE Series boxes are
loaded with features and each individual box has some unique and innovative
characteristics. The Master Terminal box is a masterpiece when it comes to
organizing small terminal tackle and maximizing storage in a small
footprint. The FLEX boxes offer complete flexibility while the jig box makes
organizing and protecting oddly sized jigs and bladed jigs effortless |
9 |
| Design
(Ergonomics) |
The EDGE Series boxes are
truly designed with anglers in mind and are engineered to be intuitive and
adaptable. I love how easy they are to configure and the single latch design
is excellent. The only thing that hurts the boxes overall ergonomics is how
much heavier they are than traditional boxes, but for most anglers this is a worthy trade-off
for the added durability |
8 |
| Application |
There are a lot of good boxes
in the lineup and anglers will need to find the ones that meet their unique
needs. For me the EDGE Master Terminal and Professional Standard Boxes are
must-haves. These boxes really do give anglers an extra edge on, and off,
the water by providing excellent tackle storage management and protection. We
spend so much on our baits and these boxes provide the protection that they
deserve |
8.5 |
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Total Score |
8.58 |
Ratings Key: 1 = terrible : 2 = poor : 3 = lacking : 4 = sub par : 5 = mediocre : 6 = fair : 7 = good : 8 = great : 9 = excellent : 10 = unbelievable!
For More
Details
of the
updated
rating
system
visit
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explanation
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Pluses and Minuses:
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Plus |
Minus |
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Extremely well built and in some ways over-engineered |
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More expensive than conventional plastic tackle boxes but worth the price when you
consider the additional features and enhanced build quality |
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Many options address almost all bait types and very configurable |
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Heavier than traditional storage boxes |
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Offers excellent space utilization |
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Rust protection built right in |
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Hinges and latches are built to last |
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The Master Terminal box is a masterpiece in managing small items |
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Built in label system makes it easy to identify the right box |
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Looks and feels premium, this is an enthusiast level tackle storage solution |
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Conclusion: Over
the last two seasons the longer I used the Plano EDGE boxes the more I found
ways to configure and utilize them. Originally I thought I was discovering new
things about the boxes themselves but I now realize that the boxes offer so much
flexibility that I am still constantly finding ways to adapt them to my own
specific tackle organization and storage preferences.
One of the
best things about the EDGE System is that Plano has built enough configurability
into the design of these boxes that they are able to really cater to the needs
of each and every individual angler's unique tackle storage preferences.
I started with two boxes and have
now converted my entire tackle storage system to Plano EDGE Series boxes. These
boxes have changed the way that I organize and store my tackle, and helped make
even more of my arsenal available on the go
The EDGE Series are the best storage
boxes that the company has ever built, and that is saying a lot when you
consider how long the company has been molding boxes, and now that Pure Fishing
has brought Plano into their vast portfolio the brand will have even more
resources in which to draw from. While previous Plano boxes have helped create
an entire segment and provided years of service, the EDGE boxes
are the first to really look, feel, and perform like an enthusiast level tackle
storage solution. Plano has built more than just a few great storage boxes with
the new EDGE Series, and has provided anglers with a storage
solution. This is a product
that enables anglers to truly create their own ideal storage system, which is an
"edge" in itself.
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