| Model |
Power |
Overall Length |
Weight |
Closed Length |
Tip Diameter |
Sinker Load |
No. of Sections |
Carbon Content |
JAN Code |
| M-170 |
M |
1.7m |
98g |
89.5cm |
1.1mm |
No.15–30 |
2 PCS |
80.00% |
4549018387629 |
| MH-160 |
MH |
1.6m |
105g |
84.5cm |
1.2mm |
No.25–40 |
2 PCS |
78.00% |
4549018387636 |
| MH-180 |
MH |
1.8m |
113g |
94.5cm |
1.2mm |
No.25–40 |
2 PCS |
82.00% |
4549018387643 |
Gamafune Karei Issou Series Rod
The Gamafune Karei Issou series is a high-performance offshore rod specifically designed for precision flatfish (karei / flounder) fishing in demanding sea environments. It focuses on aggressive bottom contact fishing, combining ultra-high sensitivity with controlled hook-setting power.
Built with Gamakatsu’s advanced Japanese rod engineering, the rod features a high-modulus TORAYCA T1100G carbon blank, delivering exceptional lightness, rigidity, and instantaneous response. This allows anglers to clearly feel seabed structure, bait movement, and even the slightest fish nibble.
A key highlight of the Karei Issou series is its ultra-sensitive β-titanium alloy solid tip. This “Techno Titanium Top” provides both tactile and visual bite detection, transmitting micro-vibrations directly to the angler’s hand while allowing clear visual tracking of tip movement.
The rod is designed with an aggressive “kotsuki action” (tap-and-strike style), ideal for actively probing the bottom and immediately setting the hook upon detection of bites.
The blank structure is tuned for high responsiveness, ensuring fast energy transfer during hook sets while maintaining sensitivity for delicate bites.
The spiral guide system improves line flow stability, reduces torsion, and enhances sensitivity transmission during vertical boat fishing.
Despite its sensitivity-focused design, the rod features a strong butt section capable of handling large flatfish and maintaining control in deep-water conditions.
The ergonomic reel seat with hollow structure reduces overall weight while improving sensitivity feedback directly to the angler’s hand.
The progressive bending curve ensures stable load distribution and secure hook holding during the fight, reducing fish escape rates.
The Gamafune Karei Issou series is ideal for anglers seeking an aggressive, highly sensitive, and technically advanced rod dedicated to modern flatfish boat fishing.
