BUBBA 1186932 Fish Scale Review
Our verdict
The BUBBA 1186932 Fish Scale costs $102.30 and holds a 4.7-star rating across 288 reviews, with 600 or more units bought last month, the second-highest demand figure among the fish scales covered here. That combination of price and purchase volume makes it a strong middle-ground pick between the budget options and the priciest scales.
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Anglers who want a mid-priced scale with real recent demand behind it, since 600 or more units sold last month and a 4.7-star rating across 288 reviews suggest solid, ongoing satisfaction at the $102.30 price point.
Skip if
Skip it if $102.30 is more than you want to spend, since the Rapala RMDS-50 in this comparison costs just $28.50, or if you need detailed material and weight specs before buying, since none are listed here.
- Priced 369% above the category median ($21.79 across 48 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.7/5
4.7 average across 288 owner ratings
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Popularity2.8/5
288 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other fishing gear and tackle we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
Picking a fish scale often comes down to trusting the numbers on the listing page, and the BUBBA 1186932 Fish Scale gives buyers a fair amount to go on. It is priced at $102.30, placing it between the budget-friendly Rapala models and the far pricier Eastaboga Tackle combo. No material, weight or color specs are listed for this particular model.
What the listing lacks in detailed specs, it makes up for in review data. The BUBBA 1186932 holds a 4.7-star rating across 288 reviews, ahead of the Rapala RMDS-50's 4.4 stars from 126 reviews and just behind the Rapala RGSDS-50's 4.6 stars from 172 reviews. Its review count of 288 is also larger than either Rapala model's.
Demand looks strong as well. Amazon shows 600 or more of these scales bought in the past month, a healthy figure for a scale priced above $100. Paired with the 4.7-star average, the pattern suggests the BUBBA 1186932 has built a loyal following even without heavy spec detail on the listing. That 600-or-more monthly purchase figure is the highest bought-last-month number of any scale in this comparison, ahead of every alternative listed here.
Pros
- 600 or more units bought last month, the highest demand figure in this comparison.
- 4.7-star rating across 288 reviews, ahead of the Rapala RMDS-50's 4.4 stars.
- Review count of 288 beats both Rapala RMDS-50 (126) and RGSDS-50 (172).
- Priced well under the $285 Eastaboga Tackle combo.
- In stock and available without backorder delays.
Cons
- No material, weight or color specs listed for this model.
- At $102.30, it costs more than three times the Rapala RMDS-50's $28.50.
- Rating of 4.7 stars still trails the Eastaboga combo's 4.8 stars.
- Lack of published specs makes size and build harder to judge before buying.
Performance notes
The listing for the BUBBA 1186932 Fish Scale does not publish a material, weight or color spec, which makes it harder to judge the physical build before buying compared to scales like the Rapala models that list a size or weight figure. What the page does confirm is availability, in stock at $102.30, and a strong recent sales pace of 600 or more units in the last month. That purchase volume is the highest of any scale in this comparison, which usually points to a listing that ranks well and converts well on the search page, though it does not substitute for a spec sheet. Buyers weighing this option against the Rapala RMDS-50 or RGSDS-50 will need to rely more heavily on the rating and review count than on stated dimensions, since none are given here.
What buyers say
At 288 reviews, the BUBBA 1186932 has a moderate but respectable sample size, larger than both Rapala models in this comparison, 126 and 172 reviews respectively. Its 4.7-star average sits above the Rapala RMDS-50's 4.4 stars and just short of the Rapala RGSDS-50's 4.6 stars, suggesting a rating that holds up reasonably well against established competitors. The clearest signal, though, is the 600-or-more units bought in the last month, the highest purchase figure among the fish scales in this comparison. That level of recent demand, combined with a solidly positive rating, points to a listing that is currently converting well rather than one relying on an old batch of reviews to carry it.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the BUBBA 1186932 Fish Scale cost?
It is priced at $102.30, placing it between the Rapala models ($28.50 and $48.55) and the $285 Eastaboga Tackle combo. It carries a 4.7-star rating across 288 reviews, and 600 or more units were bought in the last month, a strong pace for a mid-priced scale.
Does the BUBBA 1186932 Fish Scale sell well?
Yes. Amazon shows 600 or more units bought in the last month, the highest figure among the fish scales in this comparison. That demand is backed by a 4.7-star rating across 288 reviews, more reviews than either Rapala model listed alongside it.
What specs are listed for the BUBBA 1186932 Fish Scale?
The listing does not publish a material, weight or color spec for this model. Buyers have price, a 4.7-star rating across 288 reviews, and a 600-or-more bought-last-month figure to go on instead of a detailed spec sheet, which is thinner documentation than some competitors provide.