These two reels seem to be about the same except obviously the Scorpion is a japanese reel. They are the same price and both have a wiffle spool. But the Scorpion seems to have the same ball bearing handle that you find in the Calcutta TE, Calais, and Magnesium Chronarch. The scorpion also has a metal star. It seems that the Scorpion is a better deal but I thought I would see if anyone has one before I decide on anything.