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Shimano Bantam MGL A Casting Reel

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Shimano Bantam MGL A Casting Reel

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Shimano Bantam MGL A Casting Reel 151
In Stock: 5+
Price: $359.99
  • Shimano Casting Reel Size: 151
Shimano Bantam MGL A Casting Reel 151HG
In Stock: 5+
Price: $359.99
  • Shimano Casting Reel Size: 151HG
Shimano Bantam MGL A Casting Reel 150
In Stock: 5+
Price: $359.99
  • Shimano Casting Reel Size: 150
Shimano Bantam MGL A Casting Reel 150HG
In Stock: 5+
Price: $359.99
  • Shimano Casting Reel Size: 150HG
Shimano Bantam MGL A Casting Reel 150XG
In Stock: 5+
Price: $359.99
  • Shimano Casting Reel Size: 150XG
Shimano Bantam MGL A Casting Reel 151XG
In Stock: 5+
Price: $359.99
  • Shimano Casting Reel Size: 151XG
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Overview

Designed for the power game, the Shimano Bantam MGL A Casting Reel is packed full of Shimano’s most advanced technologies and delivers unsurpassed power, precision, and performance. Built upon a one-piece aluminum CoreSolid Body that houses Shimano’s Infinity Drive and MicroModule gearing system, the Shimano Bantam MGL A Casting Reel provides a solid in-hand feel and unbelievable reeling force to supply power without resistance or hesitation.

Offering added versatility, the Shimano Bantam MGL A Casting Reel features an all new MGL Spool III with decreased startup inertia that enables anglers to cast further while providing the ability to use a variety of lure weights and presentations. Backed by an ultra powerful Cross Carbon Drag to yank fish out of the thick stuff, the Shimano Bantam MGL A Casting Reel raises the bar for power fishing reels.

Features:
-Infinity Drive
-CoreSolid Body
-Cross Carbon Drag
-MGL Spool III
-HAGANE Body
-MicroModule
-S3D Spool
-SVS Infinity
-SilentTune
-Super Free Spool

Specifications

Model Retrieve Gear Ratio Weight Line Cap. Bearings
BANTAM151A Left 6.2:1 7.6 12/110, 14/90 8BB + 1RB
BANTAM151HA Left 7.1:1 7.6 12/110, 14/90 8BB + 1RB
BANTAM150A Right 6.2:1 7.6 12/110, 14/90 8BB + 1RB
BANTAM150HGA Right 7.1:1 7.6 12/110, 14/90 8BB + 1RB
BANTAM150XGA Right 8.1:1 7.6 12/110, 14/90 8BB + 1RB
BANTAM151XGA Left 8.1:1 7.6 12/110, 14/90 8BB + 1RB

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Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
3 Customer Reviews
5 out of 5 Stars
Would Recommend
Workhorse 100%If you’re looking for that perfect reel you don’t need to look anywhere else, this has got that special juice! I’ve tired many different companies looking for that perfect one to do everything from jerkbaits to swimbaits! I now own (2) and they’re worth every penny! You can bomb cast a mile and rip them out of heavy cover! I have both of mine paired on 7’2” Heavy & 7’5” MH Shimano Zodias Rods and ohhhh my goodness they are very well balanced and comfortable in your hand! You can fish all day long without having to burning yourself out! I drop mine normally between 1-2 on the side adjustment and tune it to the bait, letting her rip with no problems whatsoever with back lash and don’t forget the Xfinity Drive It’s smooth as butter and allows you to reel in those HOG’s with EASE!!!! A must have your arsenal,
5 out of 5 Stars
Would Recommend
Simple and CleanI've bought two of these reels. Coming from $200-300 price point Daiwas, there's not a whole lot I can say besides knit-picky details. At the end of the day, you're getting what you pay for which is a beautiful solid-made reel that's no fuss at all. It's my favorite to date. I use these reels for T-rigging and frogging.
5 out of 5 Stars
Would Recommend
Tough as nailsCasts like a dream, palms easily, durable. It may be "heavier" than similar priced reels but look at the weight of a curado (one of the most popular reels), its the same. I actually like it heavier so it balances out longer rods. Put one on a stick and give it a once over, you just might get 4.

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Comments: Got this reel about two months ago. At first I was a little disappointed because it wasnt very smooth. After having it for about a week, it just got smoother and smoother. Performance on this reel is crazy. I use it on a Loomis GCX as a Texas Rig setup and it does the job very well. I would HIGHLY recommend the Bantam MGL to anyone.

From: Unknown: 8/13/23

Comments: I just bought this reel and it's FANTASTIC. This is a great all around reel not just a power fishing reel. It is so solid and so smooth. I think it is smoother than my metanium MGL. It's stupid smooth, I got goosebumps my first cast on some water. LOVE THIS REEL.

From: Tom: AZ 5/13/23

Comments: This is my first Bantam in over 25+ years and I have to say I'm impressed. It is just a little heavier than some of my other high end Shimano reels. But I did not buy this reel to be light, I bought it to be a workhorse! That is exactly what it is. I have it on a St. Croix Legend Tournament Bass (2022 version) in 7'3" Heavy Med. Fast.... its a do it all rod and this is my do it all reel. I have Sufix 131 in 30# on it and it casts like a dream. Chatter baits - check, large stick baits - check, swim bait - check, jig - check....Smooth, fits in the palm well and the more I use it the better/ smother it gets. If you are looking for a workhorse of a reel, you have found it. You will not be disappointed. My reel is the 7.1:1 right handed.

From: Jason: Oshkosh, WI 6/7/22

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