All New Metanium XT is the best balanced casting reel for heavy duty use. Durable body has palm fitting sturdy aluminum alloy frame, ensuring powerful hook-set. 6+1 A-RB bearings offer improved smoothness and great salt resistance. Handles are 84mm long power handles. Whiffle spool further reduced weight and you may cast with more comfort, for longer distance. The side plate opens at one touch at bottom lever. The best choice among Shimano bait casters: Mat gun metallic finish

Metanium XT has 1oz lighter body than export model Chronarch B. Clicking cast control cap is only to Metanium XT.