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13 Fishing Concept A (A7.3-RH) vs Shimano Chronarch MGL (CHMGL150XG)

Product Comparison: 13 Fishing Concept A (A7.3-RH) vs Shimano Chronarch MGL (CHMGL150XG)

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13 Fishing Concept A (A7.3-RH) Baitcast Fishing Reel

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General Specifications

About the Product

More than just a pretty package, the new and improved 13 Fishing Concept "A" Casting Reels are loaded with the features knowledgeable anglers want. The Concept “A” sports a rugged lightweight aluminum chassis with a design that sits remarkably low on your rod. The streamlined design was built so you could easily wrap your hand around it to maximize comfort and control, and it also features a seven ball bearing system, including 3 anti-corrosion bearings, 3 stainless steel bearings ,and a Dead Stop Anti-Reverse bearing to keep functioning impossibly smooth.

Weighing in at only 6.5 oz. and packed with Shimano’s most advanced technology, the new Shimano Chronarch MGL Casting Reel delivers the top level performance tournament and enthusiast anglers require.

Brand

13 Fishing

Shimano

Model

Concept A (A7.3-RH)

Chronarch MGL (CHMGL150XG)

Origin

USA

Japan

Key Specs

Type

Casting

Baitcasting

Bearings

3 + 3 + 1

8 + 1

Mono Line Capacity

110/12

120/10, 110/12, 90/14

Braid Line Capacity

150/20, 135/30, 105/40

Type

What customers say about "Key Specs"

13 Fishing Concept A (A7.3-RH) Baitcast Fishing Reel

Small form factor made it comfortable. I bought this for Snook fishing and liked my first few experiences.
Was impressed at first, great casting and backlash control.
This reel is awesome! Excellent brake system. Took seconds to dial in.
Looks like all 13 Fishing products are of high quality. Haven't had any problems with the side panel coming loose.
The reel started making squealing noises randomly. It appears there is some issues with factory lubrication, so I was told anyway.

Shimano Chronarch MGL (CHMGL150XG) Baitcasting Fishing Reel

Excellent reel ! Like how smooth the retreve is. Can cast a long ways with little effort.
As always Shimano reels are the best, needed a reel to pitch the SR-5 wt. 12lb. this did the trick. Had a 7' Med H. fast tip Boyd D.
Casting distance smooth super light easy to palm
Wow! This thing bombed the lighter bait twice as far as anything I have ever has. One overrun as dialed in the cast control and that was it for the day.
Can fire weightless senkos unbelievably far and can handle lures up to full size Whopper Plopper.

Size & Weight

Height

8 in.

6 in.

Weight

6.8 oz.

6.5 oz.

Width

3 in.

4 in.

Depth

3 in.

4 in.

Drag

Max Drag

22 lb.

10 lb.

Drag Type

Front Drag

Drag Adjustment

Star

Drag Material

Aluminum

What customers say about "Drag"

13 Fishing Concept A (A7.3-RH) Baitcast Fishing Reel

Good drag control and I was able to outcast guys next me which proved to be the difference as I was the only one catching fish and using a baitcaster.
Very smooth , great drag, and simply to adjust spool braking.
So far - so good as this is our favorite reel right now. Smooth as silk.
This reel is very smooth and casts like a dream.
Excellent reel. Casts extremely well and smooth. Replaced my Citica E.

Shimano Chronarch MGL (CHMGL150XG) Baitcasting Fishing Reel

Not the most expensive but the best. Casting=Dream Retrieve=Butter I set 2 brakes on, set dial at 3 out of the box 30lb braid and i could not backlash this thing.
Incredibly smooth drag and the micro gearing is buttery smooth.
Casts light lures, breaks are easy to adjust and the retrieve and drag are butter smooth.
The retrieve is buttery smooth, so smooth and powerful I had to get used to the feeling. Drag is smooth as can be. Even looks cool
I was able to cast far with little effort and with no birdsnests. Reeling in was smooth.

Features

Gear Ratio

7.3 : 1

8.1 : 1

Retrieve Rate

28.9 in.

34 in.

Anti-Reverse Feature

Yes

Type Of Crank

Double-grip

Reel Handle Position

Right

Extras

Dead Stop Anti-Reverse, Bulldog Drag System, 6-way Centrifugal Braking System, Saltwater Approved, Rugged Aluminum Chassis

MicroModule gearing, X-Ship, MGL Spool, SVS Infinity, Freshwater Only

What customers say about "Features"

13 Fishing Concept A (A7.3-RH) Baitcast Fishing Reel

Wish it held more line but its flawless other than that i love it.
I do a lot of freshwater large-mouth fishing and use a variety of rigs with this rod/reel combo.
This reel looks nice, is very smooth and does cast very far, but the quality does not seem to be on par with other reels in the same price range.
I have several rods and even though I had to replace one, the customer service is great.
The spool bearings were a litlle loud at first, but I oiled them and they're less noise now.

Shimano Chronarch MGL (CHMGL150XG) Baitcasting Fishing Reel

Everything great about the Ci4 but with a lighter spool and micro module gearing. I have both and the mgl is definitely slightly better.
All I have to say is this thing is SMOOTH . Feels quality and handles saltwater well as long as you do basic maintenance.
The chronarch MGL is on a whole other level...not 1 flaw ....baitcasting perfection....only 1 reel even comes close and the metanium is 420.00
Brass Micro module gearing is smooth and stable due to the dual bearing supported pinion.
The Magnesium spool is certainly an improvement for cast-ability. Great reel that competes with my Metaniums.

Warranty / Certifications

Manufacturer warranty

1 year(s)

Other Information

Manufacturer

Link

MSRP

175.00 $