MAKAIRA

6061-T6 machined aluminum frame with forged side plates • 17-4 grade stainless steel gearing • Helical cut gears for increased torque, smoothness and improved gear meshing • Makaira reels all feature two-speed gearing systems • Gold anodized two-speed gear shifter housing • Cold forged, Type-II anodized, machined aluminum spool • CRC: Corrosion Resistant Coating process • Patented spool pin system for use with braided or mono lines • Carbonite Dual Force drag system featuring Cal’s universal drag grease • Custom designed thrust bearing: Alleviates side load on heavy drag settings • 4-pcs ABEC-5 precision Sapporo stainless steel ball bearings • MK-80WII features 6-pcs of Sapporo ball bearings • Double-dog, proprietary silent anti-reverse system • Ratcheting drag lever and pre-set knob for precise drag setting • Patented T-Bar handle with Easy Roll graphite insert on all models • Heavy duty stainless steel ratcheting clicker system • Heavy duty, 17-4 grade stainless steel drive and spool shafts • Type-II gold anodized frame, sideplates, spool, drag lever and handle • Open top frame design on 16II, 20II, and 50II • Lug and plug system on all open top reel models • Machined thumb rest on rear cross bar for improved ergonomics • Forged aluminum full hard anodized reel foot and reel clamp • Machine-etched marlin logo on left side plate • Precision placement of drain holes maximizes water removal from reel • Special screw ports around side plate screws reduces water/corrosion buildup