Extreme HP 743/744C vs Orochi XX EMTF

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Extreme HP 743/744C vs Orochi XX EMTF

Post by Tony9 » Mon Jul 24, 2017 12:41 pm

Looking for feedback regarding the Dobyns Extreme HP 743/744C vs the Megabass Orochi XX Extreme Mission Type-F. Applications are weightless senko, 1/4-3/8oz T-rig, spinnerbaits, and swimjigs. My gut feeling is the XX EMTF based on the reviews that say how versatile it is. I've searched and read the comparisons against the older DX models but not the new HP lineup. Would love to try the new US Destroyers but trying to keep my budget <$300.

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Re: Extreme HP 743/744C vs Orochi XX EMTF

Post by cortman » Mon Jul 24, 2017 1:12 pm

I only have experience with the EMTF but let me tell you it is one special rod. Terrific sensitivity and balance. I would definitely go for that one.

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Re: Extreme HP 743/744C vs Orochi XX EMTF

Post by papabassin » Mon Jul 24, 2017 1:21 pm

EMTF

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Re: Extreme HP 743/744C vs Orochi XX EMTF

Post by metanium » Mon Jul 24, 2017 1:53 pm

papabassin wrote:EMTF
X3, so freaking versatile and has that "it factor".

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Re: Extreme HP 743/744C vs Orochi XX EMTF

Post by dkfreezy » Mon Jul 24, 2017 3:27 pm

EMTF. x4! I've had mines for only one season but I never fish without it.

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Re: Extreme HP 743/744C vs Orochi XX EMTF

Post by jpmoney » Tue Jul 25, 2017 10:12 am

EMTF all the way, I love mine. It definitely checks all the boxes.

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Re: Extreme HP 743/744C vs Orochi XX EMTF

Post by Mothra » Tue Jul 25, 2017 12:28 pm

How does the EMTF compare to the NRX893?

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Re: Extreme HP 743/744C vs Orochi XX EMTF

Post by Fishing4Fun » Tue Jul 25, 2017 4:58 pm

Mothra wrote:How does the EMTF compare to the NRX893?
EMTF has a fast action and more power. The 893 has an xf action and less power. The taper of the EMTF allows the angler to fish spinnerbaits, chatterbaits, swimjigs etc in addition to bottom contact apps and weightless baits. The 893 is more of just a bottom contact and weightless plastic rod. The 893 also has the edge in feel.

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Re: Extreme HP 743/744C vs Orochi XX EMTF

Post by Tony9 » Thu Jul 27, 2017 7:37 am

Thanks for the feedback. Looks like the decision is unanimous, EMTF is it.

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Re: Extreme HP 743/744C vs Orochi XX EMTF

Post by Chode » Mon Jul 31, 2017 11:07 am

dang, no love for the hp? i wonder if the people that voted EMTF have even fished the HP before declaring victory :-k

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Re: Extreme HP 743/744C vs Orochi XX EMTF

Post by DavidSA » Mon Jul 31, 2017 4:35 pm

Chode wrote:dang, no love for the hp? i wonder if the people that voted EMTF have even fished the HP before declaring victory :-k
common man, you know the answer to that. The original post never mentions cover or line being fished and this is a key factor as well. I'm reading this post and thinking based on cover and what I have fished, maybe none of the above should be on the menu of replies :lol:

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Re: Extreme HP 743/744C vs Orochi XX EMTF

Post by Chode » Tue Aug 01, 2017 7:44 am

DavidSA wrote:
Chode wrote:dang, no love for the hp? i wonder if the people that voted EMTF have even fished the HP before declaring victory :-k
common man, you know the answer to that.
i know right. what was i thinking

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Re: Extreme HP 743/744C vs Orochi XX EMTF

Post by cortman » Tue Aug 01, 2017 1:10 pm

Chode wrote:
DavidSA wrote:
Chode wrote:dang, no love for the hp? i wonder if the people that voted EMTF have even fished the HP before declaring victory :-k
common man, you know the answer to that.
i know right. what was i thinking
Not sure what you're implying. I specifically said in my post that I have no experience with the HP but I sure know I love my EMTF.

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Re: Extreme HP 743/744C vs Orochi XX EMTF

Post by DavidSA » Tue Aug 01, 2017 3:03 pm

I was not trying to pick on anyone :lol: Don't think anyone says they owned the HP nor willing to admit.

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Re: Extreme HP 743/744C vs Orochi XX EMTF

Post by godshippy » Tue Aug 01, 2017 3:23 pm

Don't have the HP or the XX, but I have the original DX744C and if you're fishing spinnerbaits and swimjigs, then you'll want the 744 over the 743.

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