VERDICT

DAIWA’S latest Yank ‘n’ Bank has all the outstanding hallmarks of the originals, and plenty more.

It’s super strong, and is safely usable with the heaviest of elastics. Its ability to soak up punishment is truly impressive, if a tad daunting at first. But once mastered it’s a dangerous commercial fishery tool – think of it as a Lightsaber, and may the Force be with you.