Just got my new Shimano Antares 100B HG from Digitaka! I convinced myself I needed to make a JDM purchase before tariffs kick in. I was very surprised at how large this reel is. Compared to the USDM Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B, this thing is gigantic. The Antares is smooth as any reel I've every used, but OOTB the one I received has a lot of resistance. Hopefully it's just over-greased and will loosen up after I use it for a month. Oh, and no drag clicker! I thought Antares was unique in the Shimano line where you get a drag clicker, but no dice.
I'm looking forward to trying it out, but I'm a little underwhelmed with first impressions.
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