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Shimano Aldebaran BFS Low Profile Reels (ALDBFSHGR) Fishing

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Features

  • MGL Spool III
  • e-Exciting Drag Sound
  • HAGANE Body
  • MicroModule Gear

Description

Born for finesse game applications, the Aldebaran BFS combines a lightweight Magnesium frame and specialized braking system to tackle any technique within the Bait Finesse System (BFS) realm. The Aldebaran BFS incorporates Shimano's Finesse Tune Brake (FTB) system to reduce the spool's weight by moving the braking unit from the spool to the palming side-plate. The result: the spool takes minimal force to turn and allows anglers to effectively cast lightweight tackle. Unlike traditional magnetic brake systems that maintain the same drag on the spool throughout the cast, Shimano's FTB capitalizes on the cast's centrifugal force and the magnetic brakes automatically adjust to slow down the spool only when braking is needed. Fully adjustable, anglers can fine-tune the FTB with the external dial or by adding or removing individual magnets as needed. The Aldebaran BFS further enhances casting performance by leveraging a MagnumLite (MGL) Spool III to reduce start-up inertia for unparalleled control and accuracy. MicroModule Gear technology — a state-of-the-art and ultra- refined gear tooth design — delivers seamless engagement and power transmission for uncompromised strength, noise reduction and improved smoothness. The pinnacle of BFS technology, the all-new Aldebaran BFS is the perfect combination of lightweight and high-performance for finesse presentations.

Brand: SHIMANO


Hand Orientation: Right Hand


Color: Black


Material: Metal


Fishing Technique: Baitcasting


Item Weight: 0.01 Kilograms


Gearbox Ratio: 7.8


Model Name: ALDEBARAN BFS


Handle Material: Magnesium


Bearing Material: Stainless Steel


Brand: ‎SHIMANO


Hand Orientation: ‎Right Hand


Color: ‎Black


Material: ‎Metal


Fishing Technique: ‎Baitcasting


Item Weight: ‎0.01 Kilograms


Gearbox Ratio: ‎7.8


Model Name: ‎ALDEBARAN BFS


Handle Material: ‎Magnesium


Bearing Material: ‎Stainless Steel


Fishing Reel Line Retrieve: ‎31.9 Inches


Bearing Number: ‎8


Manufacturer: ‎Shimano


Line Capacity: ‎8/45


UPC: ‎022255269438


Global Trade Identification Number: ‎38


Size: ‎BFS


Item Package Dimensions L x W x H: ‎5.87 x 5.24 x 3.66 inches


Package Weight: ‎0.27 Kilograms


Brand Name: ‎SHIMANO


Warranty Description: ‎1 year limited manufacturer warranty


Part Number: ‎04398


Style: ‎Aldbfshgr


Included Components: ‎22ALDEBARAN BFS HG RIGHT


Sport Type: ‎Fishing


Fishing Line Type: ‎Braided


Date First Available: March 11, 2022


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Top Amazon Reviews


  • The Best BFS Reel I’ve Ever Used!
I’ve been using this reel for weeks now and I love it. The casting and retrieval are super smooth with lures that weigh 1/2 a gram up to lures that weigh several times as much. The construction is high quality and I think it looks really good. I own several reels that cost a lot more than this one but don’t work as well. The seller shipped my order very fast and it arrived a week earlier than expected. They even took photos of the reel before shipping which I like and I will be ordering from them in the future. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2025 by Mark Hicks

  • Game changer!
Pulled the trigger on buying this bad boy. I'm glad I chose this model. Super light weight, I was able to make super long cast with a 1/32oz crappie jig head on 5lb fluorocarbon. Drag has a nice clicking sound. Had so much fun catching crappie and panfish with this reel. Definetly recommend if your getting into BFS fishing. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2023 by Vee Pich

  • happy
I matched this reel with a Dobyns Sierra Ultra Finesse rod....the combo is so light (8.5 oz.) it feels toyish! but wow it can cast!
Reviewed in the United States on June 1, 2024 by Texan

  • #1 BFS Reel On The Market!
This is the second BFS reel I've purchased, the other being the Shimano Scorpion, and this Aldebaran is amazing! Buttery smooth reeling, smooth clicking drag system and is easy to dial in with a variety of lures the lightest so far being a 1/8oz. micro crank bait. If you're looking to get in to BFS fishing look no further than this reel it's awesome! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2022 by 44Magpie

  • Nice reel
Quality made. Don’t fish anything under 1/8 ounce, if your using 6 lb line.
Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2024 by dorftihw leinad

  • Outstanding!
Quick delivery coming from over seas. Can’t wait to order a second one..
Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2023 by Amazon Customer

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