Shimano CALCUTTA is the solid sturdy bait casting reel with fine casting performances. The machine-cut aluminum body holds precision gears in position at load. Every components are made precise to work very smooth.
Calcutta has relatively small "S Compact " body and it is quite comfortable to hold it in palms. The casting performance is reliable with SVS 6pt centrifugal brake and light-weight duralumin spools. Drag is more smooth with carbon drag washers. gX-DRAGh positioned at the outside of handle allow the handle sitting closer to body, and you may hold it more firmly. X-SHIP gear system transfers cranking power to the spools with the least power loss. EI coating protects body frame two times than standard surface anodization. Light weight spools cast great for light rigs, combines with free spool designs to remove frictions from spool. New CALCUTTA sets the new performance standard for competitive round bait casting reels.