Not sure if you've pulled the trigger yet but here's some help. First of all the Tranx comes in two different gear configurations hi and low gearing. The Tranx is more expensive than the Calcutta. Tranx retails at $500.00 while the Calcutta is usually about $370.00. The Tranx reel is much larger and heavier than the Calcutta and while I'm sure it has the ability to cast smaller baits I think you'll find the Calcutta a bit more versatile for all around use. If you want to dedicate a rig to throwing the big blades then the Tranx should be right up your alley but for smaller to standard size bucktails the Calcutta gets my vote. It will cast the big stuff too but it will not be quite as easy on the retrieve and the Tranx will be faster with line pickup at about 30 to 40 inches per handle turn depending on which model you buy. Hope that helps.