Shimano Chronarch D Series Casting Reels - $299.99

The new Shimano Chronarch D Series mirrors the sleek body design of the highly popular magnesium Core reels, a design that provides improved ergonomics and some serious weight reduction. Shimano combined old and new to create the D Series employing cosmetics from the white Chronarch A and gold Chronarch SF, while maintaining the upgrades from the B Series like HEG gearing, Escape Hatch, Magnumlite Spool and Dartanium Drag.

The Chronarch D is constructed with an aluminum frame and sideplates, Shimano also incorporated an ultra lightweight A7075 aluminum spool with the Magnumlite spool design. One added benefit that is not present in the Core reels is the addition of S A-RB bearings, these bearings are treated like the A-RB bearings but are also shielded on both sides reducing the possibility of salt or sand inhibiting the bearings rotation. The D Series Chronarch incorporates many of the Shimano premium features and is built tough for years of use.

  • Magnumlite Spool Design
  • Durable Brass Drivetrain
  • S A-RB Ball Bearings
  • A-RB Ball Bearing
  • High Efficiency Gearing (HEG)
  • Super Stopper
  • Super Free (SF)
  • Variable Brake System (VBS)
  • Reduced Mass VBS Hub
  • Escape Hatch
  • Dartainium Drag
  • Cold Forged Aluminum Drag Star
  • Clicking Drag Adjustment
  • Tapered Ti Levelwind Insert
  • Cold Forged Aluminum Handle Shank
  • Drilled Handle Shank
  • Septon Handle Grips
  • Recessed Reel Foot

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  • Reel Specs
    CH100D5
    Bearings: 6BB+1RB
    Line Cap: 10/110, 12/90
    CH100D7
    Bearings: 6BB+1RB
    Line Cap: 10/110, 12/90
    CH101D7
    Bearings: 6BB+1RB
    Line Cap: 10/110, 12/90

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    Comments:Awesome reel no doubt! VERY solid, casts great, smooth retrieve and handles fish excellently. Would like to see a power handle offered like the core 100mgfv. Definately my favorite reel thus far.

    From:John: St. Louis, MO

    Comments:I bought this reel about 2 weeks ago, HOLY COW!!! If you have $300 to spend on a reel, DO IT!!! I have it matched up with a USA custom camo stix rod in 7' medium. PERFECT COMBO!!! And it looks good too!!! Definitely worth every penny!

    From:Kyle: Sugarland, TX

    Comments:Comments:The Chronarch D is the "Reel Deal". Lightweight and casting is very smooth even with lighter applications. The ergonomics are genius, it fits perfectly in your palm. The appearance/design gives the impression you're fishing with alien intelligence. Goes well with the Shimano Cumara rods.

    From:Daniel: Belle Mead, NJ

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    Model Retreive Gear Ratio Weight Bearings Line Capacity (Test/Yd.) Price Stock Qty
    CH100D5 Right 5.0:1 7.6 6A-RB + 1A-RB 10/110, 12/90 $299.99 Yes
    CH100D7 Right 7.0:1 7.6 6A-RB + 1A-RB 10/110, 12/90 $299.99 Yes
    CH101D7 Left 7.0:1 7.6 6A-RB + 1A-RB 10/110, 12/90 $299.99 Yes

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