The new 2018, KastKing sharky III/sharky III gold spinning reels share many of the same high-end features and both deliver exceptional performance. The sharky III spinning reel has a fiber reinforced graphite body and rotor while the sharky III gold is made with our zero-flex, all-aluminum body, rotor and frame making it ideal for big fish in both fresh and saltwater. Both reels use an oversized, stainless-steel main shaft for durability and strength and all brass pinion gears for dependability and smoothness. This spinning reel features 10+1 double shielded, stainless ball bearings for the ultimate in smooth operation. Both reels feature KastKing new Shark fin vented, machined aluminum, braid-ready spool which contains the high-efficiency triple disc carbon drag washers that will deliver up to 39. 5 lbs. of smooth drag power. Both reels also include an all-aluminum handle that will not flex or fail when Fighting powerful fish. Available sizes include a lightweight size 2000 spinning reel which is perfect for trout, smallmouth bass, Crappie and more. Or go all the way up to a large, high-capacity spinning reel in size 5000 which is perfect for salmon/Steelhead, Pike, walleye and saltwater species that require a larger reel and heavier line. KastKing fishing tackle engineering combines efficiency, sensitivity and ways to make it affordable. KastKing affordable innovation.