Gin'ei AIR MT Kyuse H87

This is the current model of the Gin'ei AIR MT Kyuse H87.

I purchased it in 2023 and have used it about 10 times.

I am selling it because family circumstances prevent me from fishing as much as I'd like.

I mainly used it on the Shogawa River in Gifu Prefecture, and also on the Nagara River (Minami).

I have not placed it on rocks or grass.
Before listing, I checked all sections for scratches.
There are only faint scuffs on the butt section from use, with no noticeable scratches or cracks. (Photo 12)

*The tip top was replaced by the manufacturer at the time of purchase, not due to any issues (I dislike Daiwa's tip tops).

*When shipping, please choose between a PVC pipe or a cardboard-covered rod case.
(If you do not need the standard plastic case shown in Photo 2, I am considering shipping it in a PVC pipe.)

For details about the rod, please refer to the manufacturer's website. Below is my personal impression of its use.

- Although the tip is 2.1mm, it is not stiff and can be operated surprisingly well even with farmed bait (around 17cm).
I think the slightly tip-heavy action contributes to its good operability.

- Personally, I found it easiest to handle ayu of around 20-25cm (Hayase to Kyuse).
Pulling them out is no problem even for those around 26cm.

- It is easy to use with weights. The operation is close to tip-heavy, so the weight of the sinker is easy to feel.

- Even in low water conditions, it is easy to do vertical swimming with ayu of 21-25cm.

- Although it is slightly tip-heavy, when a fish bites, it loads well into the mid-section, providing good control and making it less likely to be overpowered.

- For its stiffness rating, I think it has less tip-heaviness than expected.

- It would be suitable for mountain stream environments, large rock rivers, and for dealing with wind on the Kuzuryu River.
(In Gifu Prefecture, it would perform well in areas like the lower Miyagawa, Masudagawa, lower Masegawa, Shogawa, Neo River, etc.)

- Those who prefer a full mid-action rod for pulling only might not prefer this rod.
I think it is a milder rod than the Kyoigi Megatorque H87. While pulling is not an issue, it is more tip-heavy than a Kyuse 90, so preferences may vary.

I have written down my thoughts as they came to me. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask in the comments section.

I am open to price negotiation.