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In reply to Post #88
All dependent on model and manufacturers on most daiwas its the back end, handles, blanking caps and sometimes the bail arm roller arm etc on shimanos the ci4 is a carbon polyamide mix so effectively carbon reinforced plastics and again handles, blanking caps, bail roller arms
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In reply to Post #84
Littleian, how much actual plastic is used on the outer of ‘modern’ reels plrase mate. The bits that people can actually feel?
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In reply to Post #83
That’s inserting about the internals. Never had mine in bits, sat behind mine for near on 20 years, completely faultless 
As for new reels, bling, bling and more cheap plastic crap, couple this with tart nation and I think it’s another crafty ploy from the manufacturers to sell “consumable” plastic bits £
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ive had numerous reels over the years but would never sell my 5000 or 8000 super baitrunners
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In reply to Post #78
Have a set of 10k and will never sell them.
Nice to find a new set 👌
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In reply to Post #83
They are delicate little springs but I've yet to see one thats failed........you watch now I've said that 
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In reply to Post #75
I’ve had 2 sets of Infinity’s over the years and would agree with both points - they are bomb proof but the Baitrunner clicker piece can fail. Only a £6 part from Jim’s Reels to replace.
As I service my own reels ( obviously not as experienced as you) I have found the Infinity’s to be the trickiest ones yet. I think If I did it often I’d make a couple of custom tools to deal with holding parts in place when closing them up again.
However, what always makes me smile when hearing the term ‘bombproof’ used in conjunction with these reels is the the internal springs. Strong bodies, strong gearing etc etc but the springs are as fine as human hair. They are so thin and delicate I’m amazed they work so well without failing. 
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In reply to Post #80
This fits in with the car analogy.
Newer cars are not necessarily any better than cars of yesteryear. I'd have a Sierra over a Mondeo or Focus now.
Modern cars are often 'over-engineered', harder to fix if anything goes wrong, not as nice to drive, and simply not as good.
The ST Baitrunners that OG pictured are lovely pieces of kit, and I would back them over current models. Same with the Aero GTE 4000/6010's, I would back them against current models.
Top price range of today does not mean they are better than those reels of then.
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In reply to Post #80
The original XTEA reels 6000,8000,and 10000 are all exactly the same reel its only the Spools that are different
And I still cant find a better reel for my Barbel and Carp fishing in this country the only Mod thats REALLY worth doing is fitting the Dragon washers that FELINDRE sell these make a good clutch an AMAZING clutch also he does them for front drag reels and thats also a total transformation but then if you have 30 years servicing Shimano reels you know what is the best
Front Drag Reels : the NEW Felindre Quick Drag washers These washers will improve your drags performance tenfold.
Rear Drag Reels : The NEW Felindre Dragon Washers that have been in production for over a year, they are a revolution for Shimano Rear Drag reels.
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In reply to Post #78
Those look sweet Gerry.
I have a set of 3 boxed as new GT 6010's. If they see the bank once a year they are lucky.
Sometimes it's not the most expensive, latest blingy reels that are the best, its the bit of kit that we used all those years ago that still have a special place in our hearts.
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In reply to Post #78
Rare as hens teeth a brand new set 👍🏻
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I just bought these from Ebay
they are brand new never seen the bank bought all those years ago until now
and I had to have them 
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In reply to Post #76
i have a couple of thunnus 4000 eu, with the sensible small handle... Lovely reels, but fragile bail arm... How these things get through quality control baffles me. It's also a reason I often use my older 5000 XTEA baitrunners, or even 5010 GT baitrunners. Early Stradics, in white, are also worth a mention, so smooth...
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Simple answer as always when the latest 'what's the best' prefixed question comes up is, owt by badger tackle fella, as they ain't got a clue but want to look the part with the cooler gear until the crash course instant carp god routine is perfected. 
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In reply to Post #74
Truly brilliant reels the infinity br are, the only singular issue I've ever seen with them are the baitrunner clicker plates can snap as they're just a sprung metal plate but apart from that they're the mutt nuts
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