Shimano Calcutta TE Baitcasting Reels
Shimano Calcutta TE Baitcasting Reels are, simply put, one of the finest examples of design and construction you will ever hold in your hand. Crafted with a machined aluminum frame, and featuring Shimano's best technological advances, the Calcutta TE exudes quality. Tolerances and play are minimized to the point where you won't notice them now or years from now. This is more than an excellent fishing reel, it's an heirloom.
The Shimano Calcutta TE reels have the following features:
- Anti-Rust Bearings (all models except 100GT)
- Lo-Mass Drilled Spool System (models 100GT and 200GT)
- Aluminum Spool
- Super Free bearing supported pinion system (models 100GT and 200GT)
- High Efficiency Gearing
- Variable Brake System
- Super Stopper one-way roller bearing
- Dartanium drag material provides a wide range of drag settings
- Easy access sideplate
- Machined aluminum frame
The Calcutta TE 400LJV Lucanus Jig Version reel is a modification of the popular Calcutta TE series. This reel features a stamped aluminum handle, machined aluminum spool, drilled top crossbar, ergonomic handle grip, titanium levelwind insert, non-disengaging level wind system, and other features you would normally see in the Calcutta TE 400. The Calcutta TE 400LJV comes in right hand retrieve only. This reel is available in an anodized silver finish whereas all other Calcutta TE's come in a gold finish. This reel can be seen below.
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Calcutta TE 400LJV (Lucanus Jig Version reel) |
Additional specifications for these reels are provided in the table below.
| Specifications |
| Model |
Line Retrieve/Crank (in.) |
Capacity (lbs./yards) |
Max Drag |
Ball Bearings |
Gear Ratio |
Weight |
| CTE100GT |
23 |
10/135 12/115 14/95
|
9.5 |
10 |
5.8:1 |
9.5 oz. |
| CTE200GT |
23 |
8/210 10/190 14/110
|
11.4 |
10 |
5.0:1 |
10.2 oz. |
CTE400LJV (Lucanus Jig Version) |
25 |
14/260 20/160
|
16.0 |
6 |
5.0:1 |
13.3 oz. |
To order, please select from the list above.
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