Shimano Baitrunner 6500B vs 6000D

[arat]

If you have the older 6500 and you want a similar sized reel then you want the 12000. I think its pretty big and I have found that the 8000 is the best seller. The difference between the 6000 and 8000 is line capacity and weight. And believe it or not the 6000 is the heavier reel I would get the 8000

Arat

[MrAC1980]

I played around with the 6000D at one of the shows and it felt kinda plasticy to me and a little cheap. Ended up finding a buddy with a 6500 that was barely used and was able to pick it up for 75bucks. I couldn't resist.