Shimano TEK500 Tekota Salt Water Casting Reel includes Diecast Aluminum Frame Stamped Aluminum Right Side plate Aluminum Braced Graphite Non-Handle Side Plate with Aluminum Spool Rod Clamp and Manual Clutch (excluding 500LC and 600LC which are Auto-Return). The A-RB (Anti-Rust Bearings) are specially treated stainless steel ball bearings that are at least 10 times more corrosion resistant than standard stainless steel ball bearings. It includes Super Stopper which is a one-way roller bearing that eliminates backplay for solid hooksets. The Assist Stopper is a back-up anti-reverse system that reduces the stress placed on the one-way roller bearing to increase durability and Dartainium Drag material provides a wide range of drag settings and the smoothest Shimano drag performance ever. It has Oversized Cast Control Knob which is comfortable and easy to use.
The Clicker increases the tension on freespool and activates a clicking alarm when a fish bites. Septon this handle grip material is soft to the touch and does not get slippery when wet. It has Oversized Clicker Button is easy to turn on and off and the Counter Balanced Handle (excluding models 700 and 800) By placing a weight on the opposite side of the handle shank from the grip wobble during the retrieve is eliminated. An Adjustable Handle Shank (only models 700 and 800) allows the angler to use the handle in the short position for fast retrieves or the extended position for more cranking power with the Optional Double Paddle Handle that allows the angler to purchase as an accesory a double paddle handle for certain applications (Available on 500/500LC/600 and 600LC only).
Non-Disengaging Levelwind System Allows the levelwind to track back and forth during the cast which reduces drastic line angles that cause unwanted friction and backlashes on wide-spool reels. Palmable Linecounter with Maintenance Port (only 500LC and 600LC) allows for comfortable palming of the reel easy maintenance of the counter mechanism and easy one-handed resets. It also includes Crossbar Forward Design allows more access to the spool for better line control and provides more comfort when palming the reel. The Metal Series Metal frames keep moving parts in precise alignment for increased efficiency and durability.

• Line Retrieve Per Crank (in.):25
• Line Capacity (# Test/Yards):12/440, 14/340, 16/285
• Max Drag (lbs.):18.0
• Ball Bearings:3 BB/1 RB
• Gear Ratio:4.2:1
• Weight (oz):15.3

Shimano warrants to the original purchaser that this product will be free from non-conformities in material or workmanship for the period of one year from the date of purchase.