Shimano 25 Antares

$450.35 USD

Shimano 25 Antares

$450.35 USD

Leaves Japan in 3–8 business days

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Size100 series (right-hand)
Gear ratio5.6:1 (100MG) / 7.4:1 (100HG) / 7.8:1 (100XG)

Description

The 25ANTARES (25 Antares) is Shimano's centrifugal-brake flagship baitcasting reel — the first full model change to Antares in 13 years. A new Magnum Light Spool IV (37/21mm, nylon 14lb-100m) uses a reverse-taper shape to correct line lay and cut spool vibration, paired with the SVS Infinity brake for a cast that stays smooth right to the end.

It's also the first baitcasting reel to carry Shimano's Silent Drive, plus triple-bearing support on the drive-gear shaft for a refined retrieve, and a reshaped palming body and clutch lever for smoother handling.

Sizes: 100MG, 101MG, 100HG, 101HG, 100XG, 101XG.

Shipping & returns

Reel shipping depends on the reel's packed weight and is priced at checkout, before you pay.

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Packed in Japan; leaves Japan in 3–8 business days, tracked. US import duty is shown at checkout; nothing to pay on delivery. 30-day returns on unused items; return postage is paid by the customer. See our returns policy.

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The numbers

Full spec sheet

Reel type: Baitcast
Size: 100 series (right-hand)
Gear ratio: 5.6:1 (100MG) / 7.4:1 (100HG) / 7.8:1 (100XG)
Line capacity: Nylon 14lb-100m
Best for: All-round bass casting
Target species: Largemouth Bass, Australian Bass, Golden Perch
Model: 25ANTARES (100 series)

Information

The drivetrain

A reverse-taper Magnum Light Spool IV and the SVS Infinity centrifugal brake keep the spool light and consistent through the whole cast rather than tailing off near the end. Silent Drive and triple-bearing gear-shaft support give the retrieve a refined, low-vibration feel through the handle.

What it's built for

An all-round bass casting reel at home flipping and pitching worms and jigs, working crankbaits through cover, or throwing topwater and swimbaits on open water wherever confidence at distance with light-to-medium lures matters.

How it fishes

Choose MG (5.6:1) for deep crankbaits and big swimbaits worked slowly, HG (7.4:1) as the all-round middle ground, or XG (7.8:1) for fast-moving topwater, chatterbaits and quick slack pickup after a jump.

Spools and spares

Suits a 6'6"-7'3" medium to medium-heavy bass casting rod, 12-16lb fluorocarbon or 30-50lb braid with a fluorocarbon leader, depending on cover and lure choice.

Before you buy

Straight answers

How is it priced?

We aim to beat your local price. We ship direct from Japan, cutting out the overseas middleman, and shipping is shown at checkout before you pay.

When does my order leave Japan?

Orders are packed in Japan and leave within 3–8 business days, tracked. You get a tracking number by email the moment it ships.

How long does delivery take?

Your order leaves Japan in 3–8 business days, tracked. Checkout shows the delivery options for your country, with their price and delivery estimate, before you pay.

Will I be charged import duty or tax?

US import duty is shown as its own line at checkout, before you pay. Your parcel then travels duty-paid, so there is nothing to pay on delivery.

Is it genuine stock?

Yes. Every item is genuine Japanese-market stock, sourced in Japan from an established Japanese wholesaler and shipped straight to you. Never marketplace resellers.