Completely redesigned by Shimano engineers to be the most advanced Metanium ever produced. The 2020 Metanium features a never-before-seen Magnesium CoreSolid Body, providing professional and enthusiast anglers with the solid advantage of durability, rigidity, and sensitivity while reducing weight. The new CI4+ Star Drag reduces weight even further. Featuring an MGL III spool, reducing spool inertia 17% over the previous generation while still utilizing SVS Infinity Braking for the ultimate in adjustability and distance for all ranges of lures. The Metanium now comes with a brass MicroModule main gear for enhanced durability and long-term smoothness. Silent Tune reduces spool bearing vibration to maximize casting distance and improve cast feel. Shimano Metanium MGL Features: CI4+: Dramatically reduces overall weight Coresolid Body: Solid one-piece construction for unprecedented rigidity and sensitivity Cross Carbon Drag: Wider range of drag settings, Shimano's smoothest drag ever Hagane Body: High rigidity and impact resistance MGL III Spool: Decreased inertia for unparalleled casting performance Micro Module Gear: Ultra-smooth retrieve S3D Spool: Significantly reduced spool vibration SVS Infinity: Quick, precise braking adjustments S A-RB: Shielded bearings to prevent salt and sand corrosion Silent Tune: Reduced bearing vibration during high-speed rotation for a quieter, smoother cast every time Super Free Spool: Eliminates friction on the spool shaft X-Ship: Improved gear durability ⚠ WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
