Shimano Talica 12 and Grappler Type J B538 Jigging Combo 5ft 3in PE8 2pc

Powerful jigging machine

The Shimano Talica 12 and Grappler Type J B538 Jigging Combo is the perfect blend of strength and power that's built to last. With this pair you get the Shimano Talica 12 reel with high-speed retrieve, designed for targeting brutal Kingfish where speed can make all the difference. Plus the new Grappler Jig Rod provides all the power and comfort you need for those long, tough fights. Tough fish will know who's boss with this set.

The Reel
The Shimano Talica 12 Jigging Reel is built on solid engineering principles that put this reel in a league of its own. It offers a high-speed retrieve that you can use for jigging up brutal Kingfish from offshore structure where speed can make all the difference. You can also use it to target Marlin and Tuna trolling lures or pitching out a bait to a fired up pelagic.

This reel has a one-piece cold forged and machined Aluminium frame, treated with a proprietary surface process for cutting-edge corrosion protection. Shimano then added a lightweight cold forged aluminium spool, oversized HEG (High Efficiency Gearing) gear, waterproof carbon drag system and 6 S-ARB bearings for super slick operation. The Shimano Talica 12 High Speed Jigging Reel is constructed to withstand massive drag pressures and a carbon drag system has been waterproofed (when engaged) to handle salt water spray.

S A-RB
These bearings have been through the same process as the A-RB bearings but feature shields on both sides of the bearings. That system reduces the possibility of salts or sand inhibiting the bearings rotation.

CF Aluminium Cold Forged Spool
This spool increases the strength and durability over diecast aluminium or graphite spools.

The Rod
The Shimano Grappler Type J B538 Overhead Jigging Rod features awesome newly designed blanks packed with high-end features like Spiral X and Hi-Power X, both of which are very rare for this price range. In addition to being light, strong and unwavering during fish fights, the Shimano Grappler Type J B538 Overhead Rod is equipped with double-footed MN guides and metal gimbals. This makes it an excellent rod for targeting big game fish.

Spiral X
Spiral X Construction consists of 3 layers - a blank made of vertical fibres, an inner layer, and an outer layer, both comprised of carbon tape that tightly winds the blank diagonally in opposite directions. By using this carbon tape in place of a conventional horizontal fibre sheet, Spiral X achieves enhanced torsional rigidity without adding extra weight. This, in turn, facilitates instant power transmission for precise casting and fighting fish. Through its exclusive lightweight structure, Shimano's Spiral X construction will definitely enhance your catching power!

Hi-Power X
In Hi-Power X construction, the blank's outermost layer is diagonally wrapped with carbon tape which forms an array of "X" shapes. The width of the tape, its winding angle, and the part of the rod being wrapped are fine-tuned according to the target fish species. The flexibility allows Shimano to adjust these wraps during construction for precise actions, enhanced overall strength and added twist resistance. In short, Hi-Power X construction delivers sharp and crisp rod control.

Shimano Talica 12 Jigging Reel Features:

• E.I. Anti-corrosion surface treatment
  
• Shimano metal series
  
• High Efficiency Gearing
  
• S A-RB
  
• Aluminium cold forged spool

Shimano Talica 12 Jigging Reel Specifications:

• Retrieve Per Crank: 104cm
  
• Bearings: 6
  
• Max Drag: 18kg
  
• Mono Capacity: 9kg/320m
  
• Drag Type: LD
  
• Weight: 655g
  
• Powerpro Capacity: 50lbs/700yds
  
• Gear Ratio: 5.7:1
  

Shimano Grappler Type J B538 Overhead Rod Features:

• Newly designed blank
  
• High-end features
  
• Spiral X
  
• Hi-Power X
  
• Double footed MN guides
  
• Metal gimbal for PE rated rods

Shimano Grappler Type J B538 Overhead Rod Specifications:

• Rod Product Code: B538
  
• Length: 5'3'' (1.6m)
  
• Sections: 2
  
• Lure Rating: 400g
  
• PE Rating: PE 8
  

Shimano Talica 12 Jigging Reel Schematic Diagram