Shimano Abyss SW 6’0 80-130lb Deep Drop Game Rod

UNMATCHED STRENGTH FOR DEEP-SEA FISHING

The Shimano Abyss SW Deep Drop Game Rod is designed for serious deep-water fishing, featuring a 6ft, 2-piece construction with an AFTCO bent butt for superior leverage. Its robust design ensures exceptional power and control, making it perfect for targeting large species in deep drop environments.

Designed for anglers targeting large bottom-dwelling species in the deep ocean, the Abyss SW, new for 2022, has been re-engineered by Shimano New Zealand to provide a range of offshore rods built to handle even the toughest challenges. At its core is a T45 blank, constructed by wrapping graphite tape at a 45-degree angle and reinforcing it with two layers of graphite in opposing directions. This design significantly reduces weight while maintaining exceptional hoop strength and sensitivity. To complement its solid build, the Abyss SW rods are equipped with top-tier components, including heavy-duty Fuji SiC and SiN guides for optimal line management under extreme loads. The game fishing models feature an upgraded grip assembly with an innovative adjustable butt, allowing anglers to switch between straight and bent butt configurations with the push of a button. The Abyss SW continues to strengthen its reputation as the go-to rod for experienced offshore anglers, especially when paired with a Shimano electric reel.

Why Choose the Shimano Abyss SW with AFTCO Bent Butt?

• Targeting Deep Water Giants: If your passion lies in hauling up trophy fish from the ocean floor, this rod's design provides the necessary sensitivity to detect bites in deep water and the power to lift heavy catches.
• Comfort in Combat: Deep drop fishing can be gruelling. The AFTCO bent butt design significantly reduces strain on your body, allowing you to focus on the fight rather than your fatigue, which is crucial for those epic battles at depth.
• Reliability in Extreme Conditions: The combination of Shimano's durable materials and AFTCO's proven butt design means this rod stands up to the salt, the sun, and the strain of deep-sea fishing, ensuring longevity.
• Precision and Control: With features like the Fuji K-Series guides, you gain the advantage of line management, which is vital when your line extends hundreds of feet below, minimising the risk of tangles or break-offs.
• Travel-Friendly Power: For the angler who travels to distant deep-sea fishing grounds, the two-piece design means you don't have to sacrifice performance for portability.

Gear up for your next deep-sea conquest with the Shimano Abyss SW Deep Drop Game Rod equipped with the AFTCO Bent Butt. Embrace the challenge of the deep with equipment designed to bring the ocean's leviathans to the surface. Dive into your adventure with Shimano, and ascend with your catch. Order your Abyss SW today!

Shimano Abyss SW Deep Drop Game Rod Features

• Hybrid High-Modulus Graphite Blank: The Abyss rod features a hybrid high-modulus graphite construction for exceptional strength, sensitivity, and the lightness needed for deep drop techniques, where every movement counts.
• AFTCO Unibutt with Bent Design: The inclusion of the AFTCO Unibutt system, with its bent design, provides unparalleled leverage and comfort when seated in a fighting chair or using a belt, reducing angler fatigue during long battles with deep-sea giants.
• Fuji K-Series Tangle-Free Guides: These guides are designed to prevent line tangles, crucial when dropping lines to extreme depths, ensuring smooth operation under high-stress conditions.
• Two-Piece Portability: Despite the rod's robust capabilities, its two-piece design ensures ease of transport, making it the ideal companion for offshore fishing expeditions.
• Custom EVA Foregrip: Offers superior grip and control, enhancing your ability to manipulate rigs at depth or when reeling in from the abyss.

Shimano Abyss SW Deep Drop Game Rod Specifications

• Type: Bent Butt Overhead Game
• Length: 6ft (1.83m)
• Pieces: 2
• Line Weight: 80-130lb Braid
• Grip Type: AFTCO BENT BUTT
• Guide Type: Fuji Sin
• Reel Seat: AFTCO
• Blank Type: T45 Graphite

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