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bulli
12-06-2008, 02:58 PM
Just noticed the Team Daiwa spinning reel I purchased from OS was made in Thailand (silver and red in appearance)?? Does anyone have any info regarding the build qulity of these compared to the black models...made in japan i think??
thanks mic

sangan
12-06-2008, 04:33 PM
I purchased a TDA 4000 spinning reel last year also made in Thailand and no problems so far, Lovin' it.

Roo
12-06-2008, 05:13 PM
they aren't made in some back street market stall. it is a full on factory using the japanese machinery, moulds, jigs, practises etc, etc etc.....its only the cheap labour that is different. They still are made to a specific tolerance.....that said, if it aint made in japan......i'd rather spend a bit more coin for a model that is. maybe thats just me.
As far as i understand, the gear sets for ALL daiwas are made in the same factory in Tokyo.
Cheers Roo.