1970
Fishing Tackle Division is launched.
Fishing Tackle Division was launched as a second business pillar which aligns to the corporate vision: contributing to promotion of public health by encouraging outdoor activities.
1971
The DUX series of spinning reels is in the market.
1985
Shimano Europe is relocated to Hilden, West Germany.
The Titanos series of new alloy reels are in the market.
Titanos utilizes an advances composite construction which combined titanium fiber, carbon fiber, and resin materials.
1989
Shimano Benelux B.V. and Shimano Europe Fishing Holding B.V. are established.
1992
The 1st model of STELLA (SBL) is launched. Shimano Balance Lock (SBL) is released.
1995
The 1995 model of STELLA (Ship) is in the market.
Equipped with SHIP (Smooth and Hi-Power System) to vastly improve reeling.
1998
The 1998 model of STELLA (X-Ship) is in the market.
3rd model is developed extremely thin body based on a conceptual breakthrough: rather than minimizing the reel parts, the development team sought ways to envelop the parts in the most compact manner.
2000
The Millenium model of STELLA 2000 (Millenium + F) is released.
The Stella Millenium Edition, which was male-to-order, featured Super Slow Oscillation System, designed to increase casting distance. This was also the first model to incorporate a screw handle. The entire body was plated and had "Millenium Edition" engraved by laser.
2001
The 2001 (FA + FW) model of STELLA is released.
Shimano further developed Super Slow Oscillation System employed in Millenium Edition.The development team also identified the effect of the winding strokes on anglers' feel. Awide varaiety of lineups enable users to select the spool of most suitable diameter for each rod.
2004
STELLA 2004 (FB) model is in the market.
A stainless steel one-piece bail was employed to take advantage of thin bails. Other advanced features include titanium coated guard fins and a change in the position of stopper switches.
2007
STELLA 2007 (FD) model is in the market.
The new model featured an AR-C spool, designed to increase the casting distance by controlling the spool unwinding resistance. Moreover, this mechanism was effective in rescuing line troubles at the time of casting. To prevent corrosion of the bearings especially by saltwater, the new model also featured Anti-Rust Bearings (S A-RB).
2008 -> Stella SW
2013 -> Stella SW-B
2010
STELLA 2010 (FE) model incorporated the X-SHIP is released.
The new model incorporated the X-SHIP gear system, developed to achieve ultimate rotation performance. Taking advantage of Shimano's excellent metal processing technologies, particularly its high-precision machining technology, our production team carefully finished metal case. The result was even smoother rotation of the gears.
2014
STELLA 2014 (FI) model is released.
MicroModule gear technology to the worm shaft idle gear reduces oscillation vibration. This is an incredible breakthrough in design and delivers an outstanding level smoothness without sacrificing strength or durability.
2018
STELLA 2018 (FJ) model is released
The New Shimano Stella has the smoothest and most efficient drive train Shimano has ever engineered with unprecedented durability. The introduction of the newly engineered Micro Module II with unique gear teeth and surface design delivers amazing smoothness and durability above the already unmatched Shimano HAGANE gear quality.
Vor einiger Zeit mal gefunden (wegen Matchruten-Suche Ultegra) als offizielle Selbstbeschreibung von Shimano, Abteilung Fishing Tackle.
Ich habe die Daten über ihre Referenzrolle Stella wegen der Katalogzuordnungen Jahrgänge verfeinert.