If the size is an issue, dont be put off, there are several size options available 4000, 6000, 8000 and 12000
I have primarily been focusing on power fishing and swimbait applications, putting the larger sized reels to the test with bigger and heavier baits on a assortment of different rods using a variety of lines including braid, monofilament, and fluorocarbon leaders
The design of the TLD range of reels meets the demanding requirements of British sea anglers who typically load their reels with either monofilament or braided lines, fishing for a wide variety of species with natural baits or artificial lures at anchor or on the drift
Big game fishing began in California, with the first successful capture of a bluefin tuna using a rod and reel at Catalina in 1896
Beyond about $300, you pay primarily for lighter weight, tighter machining tolerances, and aesthetics rather than fish-landing ability