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 | Inches Per Turn | Weight | Line Cap. | Bearings | |
| BANTAM151A | Left | 6.2:1 | 27 | 7.6 | 12/110, 14/90 | 8BB + 1RB | Buy Now |
| BANTAM151HA | Left | 7.1:1 | 31 | 7.6 | 12/110, 14/90 | 8BB + 1RB | Buy Now |
| BANTAM150A | Right | 6.2:1 | 27 | 7.6 | 12/110, 14/90 | 8BB + 1RB | Buy Now |
| BANTAM150HGA | Right | 7.1:1 | 31 | 7.6 | 12/110, 14/90 | 8BB + 1RB | Buy Now |
| BANTAM150XGA | Right | 8.1:1 | 35 | 7.6 | 12/110, 14/90 | 8BB + 1RB | Buy Now |
| BANTAM151XGA | Left | 8.1:1 | 35 | 7.6 | 12/110, 14/90 | 8BB + 1RB | Buy Now |
Previous Feedback
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