Shimano Status Bluewater Deep Drop Rod
Power meets precision with the Shimano Status Bluewater Deep Drop Rod — a serious piece of kit built for deep-drop missions chasing hapuka, gemfish, bluenose and other heavy hitters lurking in the depths.
Crafted with a strong yet sensitive E-Glass/Graphite composite blank and outfitted with premium components like a Pac Bay bent butt and AFTCO swivel tip, this rod is designed to handle big pressure and brutal depths with ease.
Key features:
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E-Glass and graphite composite blank for strength and responsiveness
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Pac Bay bent butt for maximum comfort and leverage
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Fuji silicon guides for smooth line flow and reduced friction
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AFTCO swivel roller tip minimises line twist — ideal for electric reels
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Two-piece design for easier transport and storage
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Perfectly matched for Shimano electric reels like Forcemaster and Beastmaster
Specs:
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Length: 5'6" (1.68m)
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Line weight: PE 8–10 (approx. 80–100lb)
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Pieces: 2
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Model code: 20SBWDD8-10
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Rod style: Game/Deep drop
From wiring up monsters 400m down to battling heavy currents, the Status Deep Drop Rod is built to dominate the bottom.