Shimano “ Calcutta Conquest 50” is a durable baitcast reel. It features 12 SA_RB bearings, 1 roller bearing, SVS infinity break system, Dartanium Drag, Supper Stoooer II anti-reverse, and much more. These features and more give any kayak angler a durable, quick retrieve, compact, quality baitcast option. Made in Japan Weight: 7.3oz. Gear Ratio: 6.2:1 Bearing Line Capacity (lb-yds): 6-120, 10-80
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Shimano "Calcutta Conquest 50"
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Shimano Conquest 50
The Shimano Conquest 50 is the Japanese version of the Shimano Calcutta 50 TE. This reel is a work of art and a fish catching machine. Do not let the diminutive size of the Conquest 50 fool you...I have caught both freshwater and saltwater fish up to a 22 lb redfish on this reel and it has never even stuttered. And durable...I fish my reels hard and perform maintenance once a year. The internals of this reel look as good today as they did 10 years ago when it was new. I am a Daiwa guy by nature, but these Conquests will always have a place in my arsenal.
6.2:1 gear ratio is perfect for just about anything you would want to throw (well maybe not a 4 oz swimbait). It can be used for cranking duties, pitching duties, just about whatever you need it for. There are many shallow aftermarket spools that make this a finess casting machine also. I typically use mine for inshore fishing tossing either a Saltwater Assassin grub on 1/8 to 3/8 lead head or for fishing lighter hardbaits.
Sadly, this particular Conquest is no longer made, but it can still be found in the usual places if you look hard enough.
Pros & Cons
Pros:
Beautiful reel, 11 BB smooth, fine for saltwater
Cons:
No longer made, pricy
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Conquest 50
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