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Data for Review

Date – March thru July, 2007
Manufacturer – Quantum
Reviewed by - Andrew Ragas

Impressions:

The Quantum Accurist 500PT was a random off-season purchase I made in early 2007. I had no particular need for another baitcasting reel for other than multi-purpose applications. Since I had the opportunity to get a new reel, this one had to be it!

Compared to Quantum's higher-end and better quality Energy and Tour Edition PT baitcasting reels, the Accurist is less flashy, but sports a feature which is rare in many reels these days: A flippin' switch. By use of the flippin' switch, the angler is able to easily flip and pitch baits tight and close to cover, a tactic which many baitcasting reels often are incapable of supporting. Push the button and go to work.

On the water uses (Casting, Durability, and Presentation)

Casting & Retrieving.

Casting your lures with the Accurist PT is a pleasure. The reel features an external ACS cast control system which adjusts externally with a click of a dial. Up to 9-brakes can be used to match any fishing situation, from a tight setting, to free-spool. The ACS system allows the angler to fish under any conditions whether it's windy or calm, and enables you to adapt to changes faster than any other cast control system.

Compared to other reels, casting for distance is a bit sub-par. However, I was able to notice that casting and disengaging the spool required little to no effort at all. Many times, regardless of presentation, this is an added benefit when casting requires no effort.

Smoothness when reeling is what this reel should be known for. This is attributed to the polymer-hybrid bearing system, and the oversized power handle, which is soft to the touch.

Durability.

Not much can be said in regard to this topic. Like all reels, whether the reel still performs and looks like brand new depends upon the care given by the angler.

I generally take good care of my reels and to this day, the reel still casts and reels like new. Just keep in mind that the Accurist does not feature a scratch-deposition coating which nearly all other Quantum reels feature.

Presentation.

As previously stated, the Accurist PT is a multi-purpose baitcasting reel. The reel offers the angler numerous presentation options which range from fishing in fast to slow.

Fishing fast and covering water is my forte' in fishing. With the Accurist, I was able to cover the shorelines with spinnerbaits - in either in a fast or slow retrieve. Another method I found to be excellent was crankbait fishing for deeper, suspended Bass. When fatigue from hard, powerful casting sets in, the effortless casting provided by this reel will be a benefit.

In addition to fishing fast comes fishing at a slower pace, if you have the patience. The flippin' switch enables you to work tight structure with the push of a button. Finally, crawling plastics along the bottom is another option which works well for this reel.

Early-season crankbait fishing for Largemouth Bass.

Construction & Quality: About average when compared to other reels. Only complaint is the lack of a vacuum scratch-deposition coating. However, the reel is smooth, and features a unique and underrated flippin' switch.    4/5

On The Water Uses: Excellent multi-purpose fishing reel. It can be fished fast or slow, or at whichever speed you prefer.     5/5

Design (ergonomics):  Reel is easy to palm and to control. Oversized power handle is soft to the touch.   5/5

Presentation:  Can be used for just about every method of fishing. Seems to be better-suited for fishing spinnerbaits or crankbaits. Also, a great reel for flippin' to tight cover.   5/5

Price:  As good as it gets for an entry-level, and professional-made reel.   5/5

Total Score - - - 4/5

Spinnerbaits can be fished very successfully with the Accurist.
 

Positive:

- Fippin' Switch

- Great reel to use when covering water

- One of the best multi-purpose casting reels for Bass fishing

- Great value for an entry-level reel

- Introducing a "Burner" model in 2008!

- Comfortable power handle

- Smooth drag system

Negative:

- Weak construction compared to the more expensive Energy and Tour Edition models.

- No vacuum deposition scratch-resistant coating.