Despite its simple appearance, much thought has gone into the balance and design of every aspect of the Model 300 series. The beauty of the fine curves and knurling add to the elegance of this in-spool, single-action reel. The center screw is easily opened with a coin. The light-weight, all-aluminum A type reel was designed to match short or graphite rods. The B type reel uses a combination of aluminum and brass for a weight designed to complement long or bamboo rods. Rather than relying on plating or anodizing, we’ve chosen to use solid metal to produce the unique character of the 300 series attracting support and praise not only from users in Japan but also from anglers in Europe and the U.S.