ive got one its a big reel, to big for me for jig fishing i really like the elite p/f reel same handle but fits better in your hand, brass gears, or a coastal reel if you want more line capacity i got it for swimbaits on 8ft rod Just for reference I'm currently using a 2016 Zillion HLC and find it ...

ive got one its a big reel, to big for me for jig fishing i really like the elite p/f reel same handle but fits better in your hand, brass gears, or a coastal reel if you want more line capacity i got it for swimbaits on 8ft rod Just for reference I'm currently using a 2016 Zillion HLC and find it ...

These are decent spool options: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000023066131.html?algo_pvid=b76fb79b-028b-4797-ae92-834696f68618&algo_expid=b76fb79b-028b-4797-ae92-834696f68618-28&btsid=0be3764315820352924472249ed226&ws_ab_test=searchweb0_0,searchweb201602_,searchweb201603_ https://www.aliexpress....

I'm a big Zillion fan and currently still own several OG Zillions. I'm considering picking up the new Zillion TW HD in 8.1:1 for my jig rod but I can't find a lot of info or first hand experience with this reel. It seems like many have stayed away from this offering likely due to the deeper spool (w...

Looks like I might also be picking up a new Zillion TW HD in 8.1:1. I just wish it had a shallower spool. Seems like there's not a lot of first hand experience out there with the Zillion.

Can anyone comment on any 8:1 or 9:1 gear sets available that will work with this reel?? I just purchased a pair of the LH 7.3:1 version from TTT and I'm looking to speed one of them up. Thanks. I did test the Zillion TWS 9.1 gears in the 4.9 Catalina. The gears physically fit. I did not really try...

Can anyone comment on any 8:1 or 9:1 gear sets available that will work with this reel?? I just purchased a pair of the LH 7.3:1 version from TTT and I'm looking to speed one of them up. Thanks. I did test the Zillion TWS 9.1 gears in the 4.9 Catalina. The gears physically fit. I did not really try...

Can anyone comment on any 8:1 or 9:1 gear sets available that will work with this reel?? I just purchased a pair of the LH 7.3:1 version from TTT and I'm looking to speed one of them up. Thanks.

Just got my Metanium handle and spacer from TTT today. Put it together and it fits great. The drag star just clears the handle and works perfectly. I can't say I'm a fan of the plastic handle nut retainers that Shimano uses now, but I can live with that I suppose. The handle color isn't a great matc...

i tried some of those handles (Chronarch/Metanium) but ended up with straight ones on my Core and Alde mgs. for some reason it rubbed the drag but i have heard others having success! if you decide to drop a little more into it that reel, check out the 7.7:1 brass gears if you havent already. http:/...

Yea I'm definitely not a fan of what Shimano has been doing with their handle nut retainers, but I don't own any newer Shimanos so I really can't complain. Thanks for doing all the leg work for me.

One more question...

Will the stock Core 51Mg handle nut and retaining washer work or will I need to purchase any other parts?

The 96mm handle does fit, but barely touches the drag star. Star is still fully adjustable, and doesn't cause any issues. I could see it scratching the paint on the drag star eventually after a lot of use, but mine hasn't scratched at all with the 84mm handle. That's great to hear. I swear I saw so...

JBcrankaddict wrote:Yes, Chronarch handle is 96mm as well, and would definitely look better. Just got home but I'll try one out in a few and report back.

Awesome. Thanks.

I put the handle off one my Chronarch CI4 on a Curado 51e with Core star, and the tips of the star do hit the handle, but drag is still fully functional. Hasnt scratched the star or handle at all, but I don't normally adjust my drag a whole lot once fishing. I believe the Metanium handle will fit w...