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In reply to Post #84
Does anyone know a company that makes self fit wooden handle knobs for the obsidian? Weston do folding handles but don’t really want to spend £240 on those and FAF Customz don’t do self fit.
Thanks.
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In reply to Post #82
Why don't reel manufacturers field test them and respond to feedback like bait makers do.
Probably more profitable to bring out model 2 0, then 3.0. I'm getting too old and even more cynical than I was in my teens. I just can't eat b@lls@it any more.
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Has anyone else noticed after a few uses any noises coming from the gearing.If you reel in fast or are bringing in weed they have a sort of whining noise,only one of mine is doing it so far.I have been told the other reel will do it once the grease dissipates,its something to do with the teeth on the gearing being straight(stronger this way)just want expecting it
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In reply to Post #81
I didn't mind it for playing fish, but I often fish a fairly tight clutch when rods are sat on banksticks and the difference between 2 clicks was just too much.
1 was not far from being locked up and the next click down was too loose.
Couple of felt washers and much better (for me)
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In reply to Post #76
You definitely get used to it, I thought it was too quick, but after a few uses it comes up quite useful in the end.
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Hi,
https://www.bristolangling.com/clearance-zone/okuma-obsidian-big-pit-reel.html
£130
Bob
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In reply to Post #78
Thank you. I have been looking for reels to replace my penn 8000’s which I don’t use much but these sound smaller. Glad I didn’t order them blind.
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In reply to Post #77
They hold more line than my Tech mgs as for reel size they are smaller than the reels you mention but are very light.They are only 10grams heavier than the mgs and for the money are ridiculous how nice they feel,super smooth drag and feel really well made.Time will tell if they stay that way but for around £145 a reel im really impressed so far
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How do these compare size wise to shimano or penn reels. The closest place with them in stock for me to look at is 60 miles away
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In reply to Post #75
I don't find it too bad if im honest,I don't thinks is quick as some have said
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In reply to Post #74
How are you finding the drag
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In reply to Post #73
They are absolutely superb reels,im loving mine 
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In reply to Post #1
Just to update. I went with the Okumas. Ive only had one session so far. I really like them. Line lay is great and the reel feels smooth. The drag is quick and it took me some getting used to you need tiny one click adjustments. I will give them a few more sessions and see how I go.
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In reply to Post #71
Cheers, spoke to them. They do not have felt washers in the right size and only stick to OEM parts.
However, something like below has been suggested cut the right size.
https://www.digikey.co.uk/en/products/detail/keystone-electronics/3117/57503
I've been to have a look at the reels. To be honest the drag is quick but its not as bad as initially thought side compared side by side to the shimano 14000 xte. The XTE you go from locked up to FS in around half a turn.
The obsidian just over a quarter. Very similar to daiwa QD
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In reply to Post #68
speak to future reel servicing google their website for phone number they probably do felt washers for the okuma obsidian reels
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