SHIMANO - 2025 - GRAPPLER TYPE J - JIGGING RODS
Unconventional specs that overturn common sense in the middle class. The world's standard offshore rod - Type Jigging.
Grappler Type J offers 12 models for both spinning and baitcasting which cater to most jigging situations. The newly designed blank comes with the high end features such as Spiral X and Hi Power X, both of which are very rare for this price range. In addition to being light, strong and unwavering during fish fights, the spinning model with PE 8 and baitcasting models with PE 6, 7 and 8 are equipped with double-footed MN guides. Rubber gimbals are used on PE 6 and 7 rods while metal gimbals are used for PE rated rods, making it suitable for targeting big game fish.
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Long Front Grip
Easy to grip and apply force
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The front grip is designed to be longer for fighting with the rod end against the belly. The tapered design enhances gripping power and supports stable fighting, while at the same time reducing fatigue. Adopted for spinning series and baits B56-6, B56-7, and B53-8 |
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Gimbal
A must-have for big fights
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| Equipped on heavy-spec rods. Metal gimbals are standard on the B53-8 and S53-8, where more power fighting is expected, and rubber gimbals are standard on the 6 and 7 power models. Synergistic effect with the Long Front Grip minimizes angler fatigue. |
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Locknut to prevent loosening
Double locks secure the reel |
| The screw that holds the reel in place is additionally equipped with aLocknut to prevent loosening, improving the reel's holding power. Adopted for 2-5 power spinning reels. |
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Ocean Guide
A must-have for big fights |
| The S53-8, B56-6, B56-7, and B53-8, which are subject to heavy loads, are equipped with double foot & Ocean Guides for superior strength. Suitable for deep-range fishing, heavy jigs, fighting with large fish, etc. |
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| Fuji TCS |
| Adopted for bait 3-5 power. |
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| Fuji PSS |
| Adopted for bait 6-8 power. |
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| Taper Grip |
| Tapered grip for less fatigue even when gripped for long periods of time. It has more grip than the flat type and contributes to a stable fight. |
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SKU NUMBER | TOTAL LENGTH (FT) | TOTAL LENGTH (M) | SECTIONS | CLOSED LENGTH (CM) | WEIGHT (G) | TOP DIAMETER (MM) | JIG WEIGHT (G) | PE BRAIDED (GOU) | REEL SEAT POSITION (MM) | REEL FIXING METHOD | CARBON CONTENT | JDM CODE |
| B60-2 | 6'0" | 1.83 | 2 | 138.9 | 137 | 2.0 | MAX 160 | MAX 2.5 | 410 | DOWNLOCK | 96.6 | 397447 |
| B60-3 | 6'0" | 1.83 | 2 | 138.9 | 140 | 2.2 | MAX 180 | MAX 3 | 410 | DOWNLOCK | 97.7 | 389244 |
| B60-4 | 6'0" | 1.83 | 2 | 137.9 | 145 | 2.3 | MAX 210 | MAX 4 | 420 | DOWNLOCK | 97.4 | 389251 |
| B60-5 | 6'0" | 1.83 | 2 | 136.9 | 152 | 2.7 | MAX 250 | MAX 5 | 430 | DOWNLOCK | 97.6 | 389268 |
| B56-6 | 5'6" | 1.68 | 2 | 103.3 | 302 | 3.3 | MAX 300 | MAX 6 | 430 | DOWNLOCK | 67.3 | 389275 |
| B56-7 | 5'6" | 1.68 | 2 | 102.8 | 307 | 3.4 | MAX 350 | MAX 8 | 435 | DOWNLOCK | 67.6 | 389282 |
| B53-8 | 5'3" | 1.60 | 2 | 95.3 | 305 | 3.5 | MAX 400 | MAX 8 | 435 | DOWNLOCK | 69.1 | 389299 |
