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Best big pits - sub £200 (49 posts / 5,792 views)
JasonM JasonM
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Post #31 25 Jun 2026 17:53
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In reply to Post #30
The xTE line guard should be a firm push-fit onto the spool shaft. If it’s repeatedly popping out of place:

1) Remove the spool and inspect the guard for cracks, distortion, or worn retaining tabs.
2) Check that it is fully seated against the shaft and hasn’t been fitted over any misplaced spool shims.
secret-agent secret-agent
Posts: 2,956
Post #32 25 Jun 2026 21:31
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In reply to Post #27
Okuma don't seem to do spares.

A couple of weeks after buying Obsidians I lost one of the screws that holds the reel handle onto the body.

Emailed them to ask if they would send a replacement and got a generic email back saying to take it back under warranty

Luckily I found it a couple of weeks later so all is good again, I was a bit annoyed at the time though

Saying that I still think they are great reels and don't regret buying them

Found it:

Thank you for getting in touch. If you bought a faulty item, warranty applies you need to turn to the place of purchase, and your item will be replaced or refunded. Unfortunately we do not sell spare parts.
Best Regards
Rapala Europe Customer Service
Tim-bowne
Posts: 1,081
Post #33 25 Jun 2026 23:54
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In reply to Post #32
You can buy that part from Future Reel Servicing on eBay.

There aren’t many spares available by the look of it but there are some if you google ‘Okuma Obsidian spare parts’, all seem to be on eBay.
RKB
Posts: 1,731
Post #34 26 Jun 2026 07:26
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Daiwa Crosscasts are brilliant for the money. They're seem identical to my Emblems with the exception of the handle, and I guess some of the internals. They're very light, line lay is excellent as is the clutch. Don't overlook.
secret-agent secret-agent
Posts: 2,956
Post #35 26 Jun 2026 09:57
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In reply to Post #33
Handy to know for next time, cheers
essesxandy essesxandy
Posts: 3,197
Post #36 26 Jun 2026 13:25
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In reply to Post #32
Wow! That is absolutely disgusting.
Richpp1989 Richpp1989
Posts: 2,078
Post #37 26 Jun 2026 14:07
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I have the Shimano Xte I really rate them and really like using them plus I love the all black look of them aswell never had a problem with them great reel
AndyClark AndyClark
Posts: 5,815
Post #38 26 Jun 2026 16:24
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ive just picked up a couple of obsidans off the tiktok shop for £237, ive been tempted for a while and took the plunge
Ynnek
Posts: 887
Post #39 28 Jun 2026 05:16
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In reply to Post #32
did you contact the shop where you bought the reels?
when it goes through an official dealer they are serving you with spare parts. Depending on the item it is even for free ;-)
JasonM JasonM
Posts: 1,764
Post #40 28 Jun 2026 09:31
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Agreed shop / online retailer has buying power if anyone can they will get what you need.

We all too often try to go direct and forget about the middle man.
ciprinus ciprinus
Posts: 412
Post #41 28 Jun 2026 11:58
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In reply to Post #32
Had the okuma T-rex, top reels, but sold them as there where no spare spools to get,
DaveSG DaveSG
Posts: 876
Post #42 28 Jun 2026 12:27
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Have you tried
LINKY POO™ https://tacklebox.co.uk/?s=okuma&post_type=product&dgwt_wcas=1

They do SAH Okumas so must be able to get spares


Tim-bowne
Posts: 1,081
Post #43 29 Jun 2026 10:17
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In reply to Post #41
If you google Okuma T Rex 7000 spare spool they pop straight up, £34.99each.
AndyClark AndyClark
Posts: 5,815
Post #44 29 Jun 2026 10:21
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ive just ordered 2 more obsidams off the tiktok shop from.dereks angling for £203 and cancelled my other 2 i ordered of the tt shop and saved £34
ciprinus ciprinus
Posts: 412
Post #45 29 Jun 2026 14:20
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In reply to Post #43
that was not the case few years ago, not to be found in hole of EU, would not have sold them if they where.
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