shimano calcutta te 700 for jigging..

[morpheus]

Hi  ..do you think i can use a shimano calcutta te 700 for jigging..i have use this reels to fight big gts without any problem..i have no jiggiing experience so your advice would be welcome...also whats the appropriate line capacity?i want to use it for tuna jigging...

[redsetta]

G'day morpheus,
The 700TE is a great reel - it'll do a fine job of jigging.
The ratio (4.7:1) is relatively high, but in the right range.
It's also got a good-sized handle, which can be a real bonus over a day of jigging.
Unlike specialist jigging reels like the Saltiga Z40 (http://alantani.com/index.php?topic=2912.0), you have to manually engage/disengage the clutch, which some find a hassle.
Otherwise, it's spot on.
Good luck, Justin