The 'new' Zillion

[Fishingboy]

I've been a daiwa user for ages. With the 'new' Zillion scheduled for launch at the Fishing Show this weekend, it seems to me that Daiwa may be running out of creative ideas. Although I think it looks great, it's not a completely new reel so to speak.

Check out the link http://all.daiwa21.com/fishing/item/ree ... index.html

[vArm]

It does look great! Love the Japanese flag on the side!

[RWSCHMITZ]

That flag is Tacky, 7.5oz, wish it was in the 6oz range.

[daiwa lunatic]

7.9:1 gear ratio and longer handle means power and speed, I don't know what would they call the gear ratio speed name, seems like hyper speed is already taken and the highest.

[africanbass]

The 'masses' asked for an aluminum TDZ under 8oz with 5.3,6.3,7.9 ratios.A reel with sufficient line capacity,refinement and smooth retrieve.Manufactured in Japan with a logo just to remind you of the origin.
You also get the 'Japanese' pricing to match.What more could you ask for

Alternatively ,you could always purchase a new revolutionary, 'plastic',better priced,out sourced reel

[AndZ]

Like a friend said, that's just a face lift - it looks nicer than existing zillions but it brings nothing new, just a further refined version and pricier... Still, that's the first Zillion I'd consider buying if running out of older TD-Z, being them plain or tuned typer+ (but that will never happen).

[USA-RET]

Zillion was never one of my favorite reels (could never warm to it after it's introduction and the demise of the TD-Z). It is nice to see it's weight reduced to that of a Fuego for only $312 more)

[facelessnewsouth]

WOW. close to 600 bucks for a zillion? No thanks. It does look nice, though, and I'm sure someone here will get it. It surely won't be me with that horrific exchange rate.

[Tokugawa]

The information says it is a 2012 Limited Edition reel. I don't think it is a "new" Zillion model. I think it is based on the HLC...as they also talk about spool weight reduction.

[alex_st]

Zillion again???? For this prise???
Daiwa you nut...

[Pin]

Price needs to be lowered. Out of the Zillions, my preference would be to get the Type-R, best overall bang for the buck for performance (great casting/pitching ability, strongest drag of all Zillions, bearing supported CF handle, and nice black color scheme lol)

[FKA Incognito]

That flag is Tacky, 7.5oz, wish it was in the 6oz range.

Actually, compared to the dreadful Dobyns Coalition Weapon rods, I find the Zillion logo totally benign and even classy.
But instead of flag logos, I would prefer if Daiwa simply kept making more of its reels in Japan.

[knht]

The information says it is a 2012 Limited Edition reel. I don't think it is a "new" Zillion model. I think it is based on the HLC...as they also talk about spool weight reduction.

That's what I thought when i read "2012年度限定生産". Taken from Gogle Translate:

[Limited production model year to compete in the 2012 Jirion name machine and retrieve 手返Shi sensitivity. Spool with super lightweight duralumin also support the weight of the rig as the following pitching 10g. Bass Pro dream of working in a Japanese American, heavy users that embody the dream of seeking a world record in Japan.

Aluminum Crank Handle with 100mm only 7.9 type (90mm handle other models).]

Perhaps the limited edition explains the price tag.

[Tokugawa]

The information says it is a 2012 Limited Edition reel. I don't think it is a "new" Zillion model. I think it is based on the HLC...as they also talk about spool weight reduction.

That's what I thought when i read "2012年度限定生産". Taken from Gogle Translate:

[Limited production model year to compete in the 2012 Jirion name machine and retrieve 手返Shi sensitivity. Spool with super lightweight duralumin also support the weight of the rig as the following pitching 10g. Bass Pro dream of working in a Japanese American, heavy users that embody the dream of seeking a world record in Japan.

Aluminum Crank Handle with 100mm only 7.9 type (90mm handle other models).]

Perhaps the limited edition explains the price tag.

And clearly the reel is not intended for the US.

[cjtoad]

Think I'm in love .