Shimano Thunnus TU6000C14 Baitrunner a Reel?

[lakhyaman]

Does anyone have any experience or opinion on the above reel?

This is an example.


Thanks

All the best

Lakhyaman

 

[sam vimes]

As far as I'm aware, the Thunnus Baitrunners have never been officially imported into the UK. However, that hasn't stopped some anglers buying them. They are essentially a Shimano D Baitrunner made with Ci4 rather than XT-7. This means that they are lighter than the equivalent D model. Like the D and OC reels, the Thunnus was primarily intended for sea fishing. The spools are deep, with a big line capacity, but they aren't long or wide diameter. They aren't intended for distance casting. The D and OC reels, usually in 4000 and 6000 sizes, are fairly popular with barbel anglers. A few have gone as far as importing the Thunnus. The carp fraternity seems to be a little less impressed, though I have heard of them being used on stalking set ups.

 

[mikench]

I have never heard of it. It looks like a reel for the US market which , if imported, would attract vat and împort duties.

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[doebel]

Maybe a little late.......I have two thunnus ci4 4000 beside two oc 4000 reels. IMO much smoother and they use the Paladin gear / black almite coating.
Though the OC is value for money the thunnus is really admirable.
I use them for short medium range a 10lbs line for tench, barbel and big bream.
If you can get hold of them go for it, you won' t regret it