Is Okuma a good reel?
Okuma is based out of Taiwan and has been producing quality fishing reels for both saltwater and freshwater since 1986. While Okuma may not be as wide a known name as other manufacturers like Penn and Shimano we have been impressed with a number of their reels especially in the low-price and mid-price ranges.
Who makes Okuma fishing reels?
OKUMA FISHING TACKLE CO., LTD. OKUMA FISHING TACKLE CO., LTD., since 1986, is a Fishing Reels manufacturer based in Taiwan. OKUMA FISHING strives to deliver the ultimate fishing experience to everyone, as well as create the best fishing reels and rods for our fellow anglers, which are lightweight and precise.
Where are Okuma makaira reels made?
Taiwan OKUMA FISHING's Makaira Spinning Reel Manufacturing OKUMA FISHING TACKLE CO., LTD., since 1986, is a Makaira Spinning Reel manufacturer based in Taiwan.
Is Okuma a Japanese brand?
Okuma Corporation (オークマ株式会社, Ōkuma Kabushiki-gaisha) is a machine tool builder based in Ōguchi, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. It has global market share in CNC machine tools such as CNC lathes, machining centers, and turn-mill machining centers.
Which is the best reel in the world?
Daiwa is arguably the best reel manufacturer in the world, and this is their most accessible high-end reel. Some prefer Shimano, and some prefer Penn, but Diawa makes reels that are deadly for lightweight lure fishing and often have more compact designs than their Shimano counterparts.
Does Rapala own Okuma?
Rapala owns a 49 percent stake in 13 Fishing, has exclusive rights to the Okuma fishing brand in Europe and Russia and sponsors a number of professional fishermen.
Does Okuma replace rods?
If we determine that the rod damage is covered under warranty, we will either repair or replace the rod and send it back freight prepaid.
What is the most advanced fishing reel?
Baitcasting Reel Baitcasting Reel. The baitcaster is arguably the most advanced type of fishing reel. Often used by experienced anglers and fishing pros, this reel is unmatched in both power and precision. Baitcasting reels have a lot more moving parts than the spincast or the spinning reel.