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Shimano Grappler Type J S53-8

Type
Spinning
Length
5'3"
Pieces
2
Built for: Jigging (offshore)

The Shimano Grappler Type J S53-8 is a spinning rod measuring 5'3". Part of the Grappler Type J series. Japanese-market Shimano rods for offshore vertical jigging. Rated for 8PE lb line and 14 1/8 oz jigs.

Japanese-market Shimano offshore vertical jigging rod, sold in Japan as グラップラー タイプ J[GRAPPLER TYPE J] S53-8. Jig 400 g; grip joint; Grip straight; Reel seat UPLOCK; Max drag 16 kg; at 45deg; Closed length 103.3 cm; Tip 3.2 mm; Carbon 80.4%; Reel seat at 505 mm; MSRP JPY 37,500. JAN 4969363359889.

Also searched as: S53 8 · S538

Shimano Grappler Type J S53-8
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