Shimano's newly launched "24 Grappler Premium" is a high-performance and stylish baitcasting reel with a built-in counter. It now features a new "Fall Lever" and "Reeling Distance Alarm," strategically supporting light jigging, and significantly lighter than the previous model. In this article, we will introduce the "24 Grappler Premium," highlighting its features, technology, and impressions. Key Features of the Grappler Premium Significantly Updated "Fall Lever" The newly equipped "Fall Lever" on the 24 Grappler Premium now uses a one-way roller bearing, eliminating the heaviness during retrieval that was present in previous models. This lever allows for precise control of the fall speed, enabling patterns that range from inducing reaction bites to more deliberate presentations tailored to the angler's strategy without effort. The lever itself has also been designed to be wider with a recess on the top, making it easier to hook your finger and significantly improving usability for more intricate control. Reeling Distance Alarm Function A new feature, the "Reeling Distance Alarm," has been added. This function audibly notifies the angler of how much line has been reeled in from the starting depth when the clutch is engaged. For example, if set to 5m, it will alert three times every 5m up to 15m from the bottom, allowing anglers to keep track of reeling distance without needing to look at the counter, thus enabling more focused fishing. Lighter Than the Previous Model The new model has achieved a significant weight reduction of 25g compared to the previous model, thanks to the updated CI4+ side ...
