It had a nice machined-tool feel to it. Tight, quiet and smooth. I did get it for a fluke rod (its a tiny reel the model I got). If it works out I may get two larger ones for bass...bait/jigging. We will see. I plan to load it with braid and put it on a 6'6 casting/conv rod ...I will try it casting bucktails as well. Will report back later this summer.
It feels slightly off balance because the handle is oversized (which i like!) but you really can't tell untill you use it. (Remember the okuma...felt great...but the bail sucked when you really put the boots to it. )
I keep it on my desk as a paperweight until the season gets rolling...when I am talking on the phone I tend to pick it up and play with it.
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