I really don't like open faced fixed spools for trotting. Closed face fixed spool for efficiency, centrepin for enjoyment.

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I don't bother with the drag either. I also picked up one of the wide spool versions recently - lovely reels

Just looks like a blinged-up and overpriced Aventa/Sheffield/Trent Can't see how its performance would be any better so just paying for the modern design look?. Can't see it being a big seller either as part of the attraction with 'pins is the classic/retro look.

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Looks like a resounding thumbs up for this particular Okuma offering then

Although I already have two Sheffields and an Aventa Pro, I kinda prefer the more retro looking bearing pins, hence my two J W Youngs.

Am sure the 'Raw II' will sell, although won't be long until they are heavily discounted methinks.

Just wish I managed to pick up a Trent when that last happened.

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If you've already got 2 Sheffields and an Aventa then you've already got the Trent mate, or did you just want the pretty colour?

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Aye, I fancied the design and colour

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Before I gave up match/coarse fishing like Bruce I always used the Daiwa autos as well.Got them after reading a Keith Arthur article on them and prefered them to the Abu closed face reels.Never fished with a pin though and I doubt that I would use the Okuma.
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Why? the Okuma Adventa pro is one of the best workhorse pins on the market having none of the faults of the Sheffield,Trent,Kennet,or indeed the version under discussion.

I quite like the look of it... but i do think the price is a touch steep, if you fncy a modern looking pin have you looked at the offerings from Ross ??

i seem to recall it being called the Ross Flow...

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