Shimano CT400BSV

Unmatched Reliability - The Calcutta series represents the core of Shimano's quality, versatility, dependability and long-term value.   The Calcutta Reel is a true classic!

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Cold Forged Aluminum Frame, Aluminum Side plates and Aluminum Spool provide the strongest, tightest tolerances for excellent smoothness and legendary durability.

A RB (Anti Rust Bearings) These specially treated stainless steel ball bearings are at least 10 times more corrosion resistant than standard stainless steel ball bearings.

Variable Brake System (VBS) uses centrifugal force rather than magnets to aid in controlling the cast for increased distance and adjustability.

Super Stopper is a one way roller bearing that eliminates back play for solid hook sets.

Dartainium Drag material provides a wide range of drag settings and the smoothest Shimano drag performance ever.

Quick Take Down by unscrewing the 3 thumb screws the side plate can be easily removed for maintenance or to adjust the VBS brake weights (2 screws on CT50).

Septon this handle grip material is soft to the touch and does not get slippery when wet.

Metal Series Metal frames keep moving parts in precise alignment for increased efficiency and durability.

Easy Access Side plate by using a single thumb screw, the angler can open the side plate and adjust the VBS without having to remove the spool from the reel (100 and 200 sizes only).

Assist Stopper is a back up anti reverse system that reduces the stress placed on the one-way roller bearing to increase durability (Not available on 50 & 100 sizes).

Lo-Mass Drilled Spool System reducing the weight of the spool by drilling lowers start-up inertia for more manageable casts (CT200GTB only).

Drilled Crossbar reduces the overall weight of the reel (CT200GTB Only).

Clicker increases the tension on free spool and activates a clicking alarm when a fish bites (400 & 700 sizes only).

3-Position Power Grip this Septon coated handle grip allows for 3 different hand positions for various fishing techniques (CT400BSV, CT700B & CT700BSV only).

SV Power Paddles The largest of the paddle grips provides extra fish
fighting power when battling feisty inshore species (CT400B only).

Non-Disengaging Level wind System allows the level wind to track back and forth during the cast which reduces drastic line angles that cause unwanted friction and backlashes on wide-spool reels (CT400B & CT700B only)