Conventional Reels
SILENT ANTI-REVERSE:
The Makaira's proprietary anti-reverse system allows for a smoother and quieter feeling. We equate this
feeling to that of a Lexus, when compared to other reels in the market. Most reels in the market hide
their rough gear quality by the noise and vibration caused by the engagement and clacking of the anti-
reverse pawls. The Okuma silent system is unlike any other 2-speed reel in the industry for smoothness.
This anti-reverse system is supported by a 12 point double dog anti-reverse pawl system. The Makaira
system is very simple in principal but the performance is extremely advanced. As you turn the reel
forward the anti-reverse pawls slide open allowing a friction free and quiet retrieve. As soon as the
handle is stopped or pulled backwards the anti-reverse pawls are engaged into place by their drive shaft
actuated sliding system. The strength of this anti-reverse system does not solely rely on a dog spring like
found on most of our competitors reels. The sliding function does not rely heavily on a dog spring system
and is mainly controlled by the forward and reverse movement applied to the drive shaft through the 3 movement of the angler turning the handle.
HELICAL CUT GEARING:
Makaira lever drag reels utilize helical cut main and pinion gears. This process allows for improved
gear meshing which equates to improved gear smoothness. The angled teeth found in helical cut gears engage more gradually than straight cut or spur gear teeth. This allows helical gears to run smoother and quieter compared to spur gears. Spur gears cause impact stress and noise, because of the hard meshing and can not take as much torque as helical gears because their teeth are receiving impact blows as they mesh together.
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GREASE AND OIL:
To further enhance the corrosion resistance of Makaira reels, Okuma applies our CRC or Corrosion
Resistant Coating process to all internal and external parts for maximum protection. Our CRC process utilizes a coating process of Corrosion X HD formula that actually penetrates and bonds to the aluminum parts for long term protection. The extra steps taken in the assembly of the Makaira allows this reel to be a leader in the fishing tackle industry for long term use and performance. To further enhance the Makaira's function and performance, Okuma applies Cal's Universal drag grease to our carbon fiber drag washers for the smoothest wet drag system. The addition of Cal's drag grease allows for virtually zero start up inertia and smooth performance at all settings. Cal's Universal grease is also used for coating moving parts such as the main and pinion gears for improved performance.
MAKAIRA
Model
Type of braid
Braided Line Length
Top shot length
Braid Line Capacity for Makaira reels
MK-8II
Solid
350 yds of 50-lbs
MK-10II
Solid
300-yds of 50-lbs
MK-15II
Solid
300-yds of 65-lbs
MK-15TII
Solid
450-yds of 80-lbs
MK-16II
Hollow Core
600-yds of 100-lbs
MK-20II
Hollow Core
700-yds of 100-lbs
MK-30II
Hollow Core
800-yds of 100-lbs (HC)
MK-50II
Hollow Core
600-yds of 130-lbs (HC)
MK-50WII
Hollow Core
800-yds of 130-lbs (HC)
MK-80WII
Hollow Core
1000-yds of 80-lbs (HC)
short 3-4 ft. leader 75 to 100-yds of 20 to 40-lbs 80 to 100-yds of 30 to 50-lbs 15-yds top shot 50 ft. wind on leader 50 ft. wind on leader 80-yds of 80-lbs 50 to 80-yds of 80 to 100-lbs 50 to 80- yds of 80 to 100-lbs 80 to 100-yds of 130-lbs
CAVALLA LEVER DRAG REELS FEATURE:
- Rigid 1-pcs frame and left sideplate construction
- 6061-T6 Machined aluminum frame and sideplates - 17-4 grade stainless steel main and pinion gears - Carbonite drag system with Cal’s drag grease - Cold forged, Type-II anodized, machined aluminum spool - CRC: Corrosion Resistant Coating process - 4 BB corrosion resistant stainless steel bearings - Ergo Grip handle knob with anodized aluminum handle arm - Silent retrieve system for cranking smoothness - On/Off bait clicker for all lever drag models - Cavalla lever drag reels are backed by a 3-year limited warranty
CAV-5IILX
3
CAV-5NII
CAV-12II
CAV-12NII
CAVALLA
Model
Gear ratios
Bearings W(eoizg.h) t
Line retrieve
Max Drag Pressure
Mono(dfiilaammeetnetr liinnemcmap.)acity ratBinrgai(dSeodftlisnteeel) Frame SidLeepfltate SidReigphlatte Spool MSRP
Cavalla 2-Speed Reels new CAV-5NII 6.4:1 & 3.8:1
4BB
16.2 42.1" & 24.8" 15-lbs & 24-lbs
new CAV-5II 6.4:1 & 3.8:1 4BB 17.1 42.1" & 24.8" 15-lbs & 24-lbs
new CAV-12NII 4.7:1 & 2.1:1 4BB 23.8 35.4" & 15.7" 27-lbs & 34-lbs
new CAV-12II 4.7:1 & 2.1:1 4BB 24.9 35.4" & 15.7" 27-lbs & 34-lbs
Cavalla 2-Speed Left Hand Retrieve new CAV-5IILX 6.4:1 & 3.8:1 4BB 17.1 42.1" & 24.8" 15-lbs & 24-lbs
new CAV-12IILX 4.7:1 & 2.1:1 4BB 24.9 35.4" & 15.7" 27-lbs & 34-lbs
420/12 (0.32), 300/15 (0.37), 250/20 (0.42)
620/12 (0.32), 430/15 (0.37), 340/20 (0.42)
350/20 (0.42), 250/25 (0.48), 200/30 (0.55)
560/20 (0.42), 420/25 (0.48), 320/30 (0.55)
620/12 (0.32), 430/15 (0.37), 340/20 (0.42)
560/20 (0.42), 420/25 (0.48), 320/30 (0.55)
425/40, 350/50 475/50, 310/65 525/50, 345/65 460/65, 400/80
*MSRP in 2020 catalog may be subject to change.
AL AL
AL AL $239.99
AL AL
AL AL $239.99
AL AL
AL AL $319.99
AL AL
AL AL $329.99
475/50, 310/65 460/65, 400/80
AL AL
AL AL
AL AL $249.99 AL AL $339.99
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