Zebco Bullet MG Spincast Fishing Reel, Size 30 Reel, Ultra-Lightweight Magnesium Body, Changeable Right- or Left-Hand Retrieve, Oversized Non-Slip Handle Knob, Dark Silver

I gave this item 1 star because it was defective. Casting was difficult and the reeling handle was squeaky. I had it returned for a refund. I expected more from this item considering the price. I was most disappointed.

I've used this to fish for probably 50 hours now and caught everything from small bait fish to game fish (all under 5 lbs) in freshwater lakes. I paired this reel with a Ugly Stik GX2 Casting Fishing Rod - 6'6", medium heavy power, moderate fast action rod.In my first takeout with this reel I was stunned at how smooth the cast was. It's absolutely silent when casting as the line glides out of the reel. When the line is loose, it still reels in smooth without tangles. The exception was only after many, many hours of fishing. Your line will bring in small amounts of muck and grime which builds up inside over time so it's important to take the reel off and apart and clean it well to extend the life of the reel (and of course change the line out). Installation on the Ugly Stick rod takes literally 20 seconds to take on and off.My only complaint is that the thumb grips are not going to last very long. They are a hard material but on the flat sides there are two pads glued on with adhesive that doesn't hold up over time. As soon as I noticed, I've covered them with SAMSFX Rubber Fishing Reel Handle Grip Sleeve Non-Slip Baitcaster Knob Covers for Casting or Spinning Reel. That should help this reel have a much longer life.

So far so good,works great.

Love it! Have 1st gen and needed to replace an older reel. Would buy it again.

Great reel I gave it 4 stars because for the price they could improve by replacing all the cheap plastic parts especially on the casting button which is still cheap plastic and broken on the old bullet.