I think by using the name "Luvias Airity" it is differentiating the 2 Luvias models.....and that the Airity will be solely made in Japan. The Airity also offers a 1000 size reel unlike the Luvias. If you watch the video from Plat you will see the bushing when he takes the spool off. It is at the 1:48 mark in the video......a white nylon bushing at base of spool shaft. Nothing wrong with bushings in general but bearings are better. I am already thinking of purchasing this reel....but like you I am wondering about the price. A 1000 series Exist is 65,000 yen vs the 51,000 for the Airity. The Luvias Airity has 2 more bearings than the Luvias and yet they have decreased the weight by 5 grams. Not to mention the 1000 series Airity has a 4.9 ratio....which is right up my alley. Going to think long and hard but I am liking it right now.
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