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Take it up a notch or three with the Shimano® Chronarch MGL Low-Profile Baitcast Reel. Aimed especially at tournament anglers and diehards, this long-time favorite has been retooled to deliver seamless high-level performance. It features Shimano's newest bells and whistles, including the super-lightweight MagnumLite aluminum spool. Made of a revolutionary alloy that's 30% lighter than CI4 carbon, this spool lengthens casting distance by up to 20% and requires 10% less energy to turn. The Chronarch MGL also features Shimano's Micro-Module Gearing system with twice the number of gear teeth for ultra-precise meshing; a super-light, corrosion-inhibiting High Rigidity Graphite frame and sideplates; and an extra ball bearing. Altogether, it adds up to incredibly quiet, silky-smooth, almost effortless retrieves on every cast. Meanwhile, all the features devotees love about past Chronarchs remain in play: the precision super-light construction that keeps overall reel weight to just 6.5 oz.; efficient X-Ship gear support; durable 8+1 S-ARB shielded ball-bearing system with Super Stopper; externally adjustable SVS Infinity unlimited cast control; star drag with up to 11 lbs. of Max Drag. With its smart performance enhancements, the Shimano Chronarch MGL is primed to make a real difference in your catch rate, starting now!
The reel for the tourney angler or diehard
Retooled for enhanced performance
Casting distance increased by up to 20%
Incredibly smooth, silent, effortless retrieves
Corrosion-inhibiting High Rigidity Graphite frame and sideplates
MagnumLite super-lightweight aluminum spool
Micro-Module Gearing with double the gear teeth
X-Ship gear support technology
8+1 S-ARB ball-bearing system with Super Stopper
SVS Infinity cast control with external adjustment
Star drag with up to 11 lbs. of Max Drag
Web ID: 183608
Rated 5 out of
5 by
BB fishing from
absolutely awesomeive owned at least 50 baitcasters in my day...quite a few shimano and they are all absolute quality but...the chronarch MGL is on a whole other level...not 1 flaw ....baitcasting perfection....only 1 reel even comes close and the metanium is 420.00..if your on the fence buy it, worth every single penny
Date published: 2018-06-14
Rated 5 out of
5 by
boojam from
Just buyI am going to cut right to the chase.This is the best reel i have ever owned.Not the most expensive but the best.
Casting=Dream
Retrieve=Butter
I set 2 brakes on, set dial at 3 out of the box 30lb braid and i could not backlash this thing.
I do not do reviews but i cannot let this go without one.
This reel just replaced every reel i own=6.I paid over $500 bucks for 3 of them each Over $300 for the other 3 each.
Folks i fish at least 4-5 days a week and i have put this reel to the test in wind,rain,cold and it's what i would consider a must have.
Hope this helps
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Date published: 2018-04-24
Rated 1 out of
5 by
John C123 from
Poor QualityI received this product in the mail and the brake adjustment on the side of the reel is made of cheap soft plastic. before i even used the real the threads were messed up and I couldn't adjust it. I will be returning and going back to Curados.
Date published: 2018-02-27
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Bass Dave from
Smooth as silkGot this reel for Christmas used a couple times already it's lived up to all the hype. I would definitely recommend this reel you won't be disappointed
Date published: 2018-01-29
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Ryno1989 from
Amazing!I have a couple of Curado that make up the "high end" gear in my arsenal. I saved up a few more bucks for a do-it-all reel that would also chunk lighter lures without casting issues. This is my first Chronarch and by far the most expensive reel I own now, but it was absolutely worth it! I left the cast control setting as they are from the factory and proceeded to throw an 1/8oz Flashy Swimmer and a 3 1/2in cane thumper. Wow! This thing bombed the lighter bait twice as far as anything I have ever has. One overrun as dialed in the cast control and that was it for the day. I fished it almost exclusively because I didn't want to put it down. Ended up pulling in 3 fish and it never skipped a beat. Incredibly smooth drag and the micro gearing is buttery smooth. I definitely suggest saving your pennies if you are on a budget like me and pulling the trigger on this. I've already got my "new gear fund" started for another one.
Date published: 2017-11-20
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Egore1 from
Great ReelThe redesign of this reel caught my interest and I am pleased to say the new technology really made a marketable improvement over the original.Brass Micro module gearing is smooth and stable due to the dual bearing supported pinion. The Magnesium spool is certainly an improvement for cast-ability. Great reel that competes with my Metaniums.
Date published: 2017-10-03
Rated 5 out of
5 by
puddlepuncher from
Great reelBought the 151 HG in May and was so impressed I had another by July. Casts light lures, breaks are easy to adjust and the retrieve and drag are butter smooth. This reel is so close to my Metanium MGL performance wise, and that's saying a lot.
Date published: 2017-09-29
Rated 5 out of
5 by
NC Angler from
Butter smoothThis was my first jump into the $200 plus range reels and I could not be happier. I honestly have baitcasters that will cast further, but none that are as solid and effortless as this. The micro gear technology makes retrieves so smooth I actually had to get used to the feel. Pitching is effortless and deadly accurate. Dual breaking system was dialed in the first day. If you're looking to get into a mid-range, high end reel, DO NOT hesitate.
Per manufacturer, this does not have a clicking tension knob. Thank you for asking.
Answered by: BPSProductSpecialist9
Date published: 2019-01-21
How much does it weigh
Asked by: Russelljam1
Thank you for choosing Bass Pro Shops. The reel weight is listed in the specification for each model.
SKU numbers 2388422, 2388423, 2388424, and 2388425 are 6.5 oz.
SKU numbers 2388426 and 2388427 are 6.7 oz.
Answered by: BPSProductSpecialist8
Date published: 2018-02-12
Goof afternoon
. Where is made?
Asked by: Yayo007
Thank you for choosing Bass Pro Shops. The country of origin is Japan.
Answered by: BPSProductSpecialist8
Date published: 2018-09-25
does it have a chip
Asked by: special K
Thank you for choosing Bass Pro Shops. This reel does not have a chip.
Answered by: BPSProductSpecialist8
Date published: 2017-12-04
can this reel be used in salt water fishing.
Asked by: ron1
This reel is not saltwater safe. I suggest getting the Chronarch G by Shimano which is saltwater safe.
Answered by: DCC - Jake
Date published: 2018-09-25
Is it saltwater safe?
Asked by: Chumoua89
This reel is not recommended for saltwater use.
Answered by: BPSResource5
Date published: 2017-09-23
What is the origin of this product? where it was made?
Asked by: Tute
This is made in Japan.
Answered by: BPSResource19
Date published: 2017-09-12
Is this reel suitable for use in salt water? Specifically I'm interested in using it for light tackle jigging in the upper and mid Chesapeake Bay.
Asked by: flycatcher
This reel is for freshwater fishing. It is not recommended to be used in saltwater.
