The Calcutta TE 400LJV is part of the Lucanus system.

The Calcutta TE series of reels is, simply put, one of the finest examples of design and construction you will ever hold in your hand. Crafted with a machined aluminum frame, and featuring Shimano's best technological advances, the Calcutta TE exudes quality. Tolerances and play are minimized to the point where you won't notice them now-or years from now. This is more than an excellent fishing reel, it's an heirloom.

The Calcutta series of reels represents the core of Shimano's quality, versatility, dependability and long-term value. In sizes from the ultralight 50 to the 30# class 700, there's a Calcutta reel for almost any application, in fresh or saltwater. With Dartanium Drag, A-RB (Anti-Rust Bearings), and Super Stopper, the Calcutta will give you years of solid performance.

The Cardiff A appeal to the frugal angler, with its 4 A-RB bearings, high gear ratio and many other features. A value-for-money reel. Wait no longer, before they are gone.

The Calcutta Conquest is one of the more powerful and outstanding round-shaped, mid-sized multipliers in the Calcutta stable. Built around a solid forged Duralumin frame and a corrosion resistant finish, it is drilled for lightness to achieve that ultra cool look.

The 300/400 are bigger versions that are ideal for targeting bigger, stronger species of saltwater fish that are not as common in freshwater. SUPERSHIP technology, a level wind that ensures proper line lay, together with a wider larger spool ensures super smooth casting performance. The use of carbon drag washers makes for excellent drag modulation.
Equipped with up to 11A-RB (shimano Anti-Rust Bearings) that are 10 times more corrosion resistant than ordinary bearings and a 45mm long handle for powerful cranking, this is one versatile and powerful reel.

Shimano has taken the next step in cast control technology. Introducing the revolutionary Digital Control system. This is the first self-energizing Digital Braking "smart" baitcasting feature. It features 8 different pre-programmed braking patterns based on lure and casting type. With this technology, each of the 8 pre-programmed braking patterns provide awesome control of the feeding of the line by applying the ideal amount of braking force at
critical intervals. As a result, it is possible to achieve long, accurate casts with consistent backlash control. The application of the "smart" braking by the Digital Control System quickly stabilizes the spool rotation. Digital Control varies the amount of braking force depending on line tension, minimizing the
chance of the dreaded backlash.

The increased RPM's provided by the Digital Control System ensure longer casts. At the same time, the pre-programmed braking patterns allow for not only easy, external adjustment for any situation, but also an extremely manageable cast with less backlash. Overall, the Digital Control Braking System means further casts, less effort, less backlash, and easy, quick
adjustment.
The future has arrived!

Calcutta Conquest 'Sumi Ika" (Cuttlefish) reel is specially designed to hunt Big Cuttlefish near the coastline around Tokyo. This reel has special features such as SVS brake system for smooth & effortless cast as well as a light weight spool with thumbing feature for spool control. This limited production run model has a jet black finishing with gold edging & laser engraved side plate & wiffle spool, truly in a class of its own. It is specially designed for the discerning angler who wants to be different from the rest. Catch it before it is gone!