Yep...I have 2 Shimano Scorpion 1000's.

OMG what a great reel!!



mhood wrote:
go to www.japantackle.com and get him a Scorpion 1000 (right handed
retrieve) or 1001 (left handed). It is HANDS DOWN the best
buy/performing low profile reel I have ever used. I don't know
anyone who has one who doesn't agree. They don't have a "side
button" but I bet your sweetie will be able to work past that one.
They also come up frequently on ebay.

mhood

Dene Gatlin wrote:

I'm trying to find a baitcasting reel for my husband for Christmas.
He has stated that he likes a low profile reel. He also likes a
?side button? I am clueless. I have looked on the internet and can't
really tell by the pictures what is what. I have also been looking
in the $200 range. He fishes in brackish water so corrosion is a
factor. Can any of you anglers out there help me find a good reel
for my hubby?