Shimano ’24 Metanium DC

The Shimano ’24 Metanium DC is a high-end reel with an iDC-5 braking system. With its various gear ratios and the resulting line retrievals, the reel is ideally suited for medium-light and medium-heavy fishing for our predators. The 2024 model features a 34mm MGL-III spool. Line selection (nylon, fluorocarbon, or polyethylene) is made externally on the non-handle sideplate. The brake lever is also located there, resulting in a 3×5 iDC5 braking system. The 34mm MGL-III spool allows for extremely relaxed casting distances and offers sufficient line capacity for FC enthusiasts. This is the 1970s model, with the crank on the right side.

70 right

• Translation: 6.2:1; 66cm line retrieval
• Weight: 175g
• Braking force: 5 kg
• Line capacity: 12lb – 100m

70HG right

• Translation: 7.1:1; 76cm line retrieval
• Weight: 175g
• Braking force: 5 kg
• Line capacity: 12lb – 100m

70XG right

• Translation: 8.1:1; 86cm line retrieval
• Weight: 180g
• Braking force: 5 kg
• Line capacity: 12lb – 100m

We recommend the Seaguar R18 LTD , the test winner among FC lines from Japan, as a suitable line.