Centron Spinning Fishing Reels, 500 Size, Black | Max Drag: 11.0 lb, 9+1 BB, 6.9 oz, CNC Aluminum Spool, 5.2:1 Gear Ratio, Freshwater & Saltwater, Fishing Gifts for Men

This one comes with a bit of a story. After more than 20 years of use, my old Daiwa 500 reel finally started giving me trouble this past weekend while trout fishing — jamming and tangling up. It’s been a great reel with a lot of memories, so I’ll try to repair it, but if not, this will be its replacement. I picked up the 500 size to match my St. Croix rod, and based on my experience with KastKing so far, I feel pretty confident in the choice. At this point, I’ve used several of their rods and reels, and I’ve been consistently impressed. This reel continues that trend right out of the box — it feels lightweight, smooth, and well built. The operation is clean, and the reel has a solid feel without being heavy. It looks like a great fit for lighter setups like trout fishing. I haven’t had it out on the water yet, but based on everything I’ve experienced with KastKing so far, I’m expecting it to perform well. Pros Lightweight and smooth operation Good match for light rods and setups Solid build quality Great value for the price Consistent with other KastKing gear Cons Not yet tested on the water Hard to replace a reel with 20 years of history Overall, this looks like a great replacement option for a well-used setup. KastKing has quickly become one of my go-to brands, and I’m looking forward to putting this reel to work. And honestly… how many rods and reels are too many? 😄

Es un poco más grande de lo que esperaba, pero adecuado para lo que lo necesitaba que era pesca ultraligera. Buenas calidad en sus componentes.

Excelente molinete pelo custo benefício. Foi alem da minha expectativa muito suave

Great reel Bought 8 of theses so far over 3 years Every grandchild has one now. They have had no issues, which is Great for me.

I've been fishing for close to 50 years. I've fished for bass, bream, catfish, crappie, redfish, sheeps head, speckled trout, sharks, crevalle jack, African pompano, tarpon, snook and a few others. I have had spinning, baitcast and fly rigs and everything from the cheapest thing that a poor kid could get his hands on to some fine Penn, Diawa, Quantum, Orvis and Shimano reels. As far as spinning reels, this thing, right out of the box, feels like a really high end reel. It feels so smooth and balanced, the fit and finish is excellent! I've been looking at the Kastking brand for a while now but not really willing to "take a chance" on some Chinese brand. Then I realized that almost all the top brands are made there anyway, and the 500 was only $23 so I ordered it. I also love the direct sales model. I get as many things as I can from companies that sell that way, you aren't paying a middle man and everything I get has better quality and performance per dollar than their competitors.......I think Kastking is the same way. Now, I haven't had the time to spool the reel up yet but I live on a lake so it won't be long before I get some line on it and go for some blue gills off the dock. When I get some time in on the reel I'll check back in and edit this review accordingly. As for now, it looks like this was a great purchase and there will be some baitcasters from Kastking in my very near future! **update** After fishing this reel a half dozen times I have a more complete review. I have caught a number of bluegill and red-ear bream as well as a few small bass. It has been a fantastic reel. It has met the expectations I had, this reel is worth twice what it costs and then some. It fits the need for a ultralight reel for out on our lake as well as being tucked into my pack for mountain stream trout fishing! If you're on the fence about the KastKing brand, I would not hesitate any longer! Just order one, go, do it now.