About this piece
The Shimano 25 Barchetta F Custom is a lightweight baitcasting reel with a built-in counter, designed for light boat fishing. It features a new fall lever that enables smooth braking without increasing handle rotation resistance, allowing anglers to maintain control during the fall and strike. The DH (double handle) model comes with a 60mm long handle for improved leverage.
Key features
- NEW Fall Lever for smooth braking while maintaining handle rotation
- Lightweight 225g design with compact spool (32mm diameter, 22mm width)
- 6.9:1 gear ratio providing 69.0 cm retrieve per crank
- Distance alarm alerts anglers audibly to line retrieved
- Supports line learning for PE 0.6 to 1.5 for precise counter accuracy
- Saltwater compatible with 5.5 kg max drag
Best for
- Light boat fishing (metal jigging, tenya tachi-uo, etc.)
- Anglers needing precise depth control with a counter
- Versatile saltwater or freshwater use
