JBL Product Reviews and Ratings - Spearguns - JBL Explorer 20 Single Sling Speargun (4D20) from Leisure Pro

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(based on 7 ratings)

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Brand: JBL

Located in: Add-On Gear, Spearguns

If you're looking for a spear gun that's big on performance while still leaving a little green in your wallet, the Explorer is perfect. Made with a hardened stainless trigger and shaft, cast aluminum, two piece handle, and combined with a 1" aerospace alloy barrel for quick target acquisition and fatal results. Same parallel power source and low profile design make the Explorer perfect for cagy fish when the shot window is a split second. Lightning models feature Tru-Glide rail and 9/32" shaft. These guns are all about speed and accuracy. At the end of the day it's not the flash, but the fish count that really matters, and nothing stacks them up like the Explorer.

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Avg. Customer Rating:

4.3 stars

(based on 7 reviews)

83% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Accurate(6), Durable(5), Fast(3), Lightweight(5), Low recoil(5)

Best Uses:

Close to shore(6), Cold water(5), Open water(5), Small prey(7), Warm water(5)

Describe Yourself:

Recreational diver(3)

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Not Bad For A First Gun

By Open4Biz

from San Diego, CA on 10/13/2009

Pros:

Durable, Low Recoil

Cons:

Poor Range, Slow Load

Best Uses:

Close To Shore, Small Prey

Describe Yourself:

Recreational Diver

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about JBL JBL Explorer 20 Single Sling Speargun (4D20):

I bought this speargun as my first and I'm a little disappointed. The range is definitely not 12' (as published). It doesn't even shoot 12' with the second band I added. Disappointing. With that said, spearfishing is fun and this gun let's me practice my newfound hobby. Frankly, I'm using it until my new 7' JBL travel polespear shows up. I'm going to let friends use this gun from now on.

Good gun at a great price

By butchlfb

from louisiana on 9/29/2009

Pros:

Accurate, Durable, Lightweight

Cons:

Cheap factory tip

Best Uses:

Close To Shore, Cold Water, Open Water, Small Prey, Warm Water

Describe Yourself:

Advanced Diver

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about JBL JBL Explorer 20 Single Sling Speargun (4D20):

The factory tip that comes with this gun only has one folding barb and no retainer for the wing. If you are serious about fishing go ahead and buy a good tip for this gun. Otherwise it is accurate and good for the price and excellent for small fish such as bass, bream and crappie.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Nice compact gun

By BluePeter

from Cape Cod, MA on 8/2/2009

Pros:

Accurate, Fast, Lightweight

Cons:

Underpowered

Best Uses:

Close To Shore, Cold Water, Small Prey, Warm Water

Describe Yourself:

Recreational Diver

Comments about JBL JBL Explorer 20 Single Sling Speargun (4D20):

This is a nice compact speargun that works reliably and has provided me with some nice Tautog in New England. For any larger fish or shots at a range exceeding about 5-6 ft it just doesn't have the punch, however. It probably makes sense to get something bigger unless you're only going for rather small prey.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Good solid gun at a good price

By br549

from north louisiana on 7/22/2009

Pros:

Accurate, Durable, Low Recoil

Best Uses:

Close To Shore, Cold Water, Open Water, Small Prey, Warm Water

Describe Yourself:

Advanced Diver

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about JBL JBL Explorer 20 Single Sling Speargun (4D20):

Bought the one band version. Plenty of power for bass, bream, etc. The tip only has a barb on one side so if you prefer two barbs you may want to purchase a replacement tip.

[1 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

one sweeeeet gun

By jayson reyes../ rambo/fishsniper

from worcester. mass. on 7/21/2009

Pros:

Accurate, Durable, Easy to load, Fast, Good Range, Lightweight, Low Recoil

Cons:

Nothing bad

Best Uses:

Close To Shore, Cold Water, Large Prey, Open Water, Small Prey, Warm Water

Describe Yourself:

Professional Diver

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about JBL JBL Explorer 20 Single Sling Speargun (4D20):

this gun is sweeeet i own mine for 7yrs..this gun is perfect for small to large prey.. i use 2..1/2" bands for small game and 2..5/8" bands for large game.. this gun is perfect for rocky area from lakes to ocean from carp to stripe bass this gun does it all.warm water or cold.. this gun is perfect if you are a beginner or a tournament winning pro..this i have to say is my favorite gun man do i love this gun you can hit fish on your first shot at 5ft. away with no problem... when you buy this gun you will find out fast i'm telling the truth. you might thank me well you are welcome... happy hunting

great gun

By poxy from douglas wyoming on 7/6/2009

Pros:

Accurate, Durable, Fast, Good Range, Lightweight, Low Recoil

Best Uses:

Large Prey, Open Water, Small Prey

Describe Yourself:

Recreational Diver

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about JBL JBL Explorer 20 Single Sling Speargun (4D20):

this is a great gun and it works very well. i mostly shoot walleye and some catfish and wat ever else swims by me and it does great. the gun is easy to reload and light weight and can give you hours of fun.

[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

i would buy this product again.

By Fish Killer from Palm City Florida on 5/16/2008

Pros:

Accurate, Lightweight, Low Recoil

Best Uses:

Close To Shore, Cold Water, Open Water, Small Prey, Warm Water

Describe Yourself:

Beginner

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about JBL JBL Explorer 20 Single Sling Speargun (4D20):

Perfect gun for a beginner. Light weight and easy to use. perfect for small to medium fish but i would feel comfortable shooting a larger fish with it if i came across one.

Service & Delivery comments:

delivery was fast and easy. product was delivered the day i expected.

Customer Reviews about the JBL Explorer 20 Single Sling Speargun (4D20) at Leisure Pro