13 Fishing Concept A3 Baitcasting Reel 3 6.3:1 Left

13 Fishing Concept A3 6.3:1 — Power and Precision for Big Predators

The Concept A3 6.3:1 left-hand baitcaster delivers the drag force and durability you need to target pike, musky, and saltwater giants with confidence.

Built for Heavy-Duty Performance

At the heart of this reel sits the H.A.M. (Hardened Brass Drive Gear), precision-cut using Japanese Hamai manufacturing. Combined with the 40 lb Carbon Bull Drag system, you get 18 kg of stopping power to handle the hardest-fighting fish. The HD aluminium frame with Ocean Armor 2 protection resists corrosion in both fresh and saltwater environments, while the reinforced clutch cam ensures reliable performance when casting big lures.

Smooth Operation and Thoughtful Details

Seven bearings—including two corrosion-resistant High Spin bearings and four stainless steel bearings—deliver smooth retrieval even under load. The 6.3:1 gear ratio provides 73 cm of line per turn, balancing cranking power with retrieve speed for working swimbaits and jerkbaits. The Arrowhead line guide reduces friction, the Beetle Wing side plate offers quick spool access, and the integrated KeepR hook keeper secures your lure between casts. An Alert Drag clicker gives audible feedback when fish take line.

Choose the Right Variant

The Concept A3 family offers three gear ratios to match your technique and target:

• 6.3:1 (73 cm per turn) — Balanced option for working big swimbaits, jerkbaits, and heavy spinnerbaits; ideal for pike, musky, and inshore saltwater species

• 8.1:1 (94 cm per turn) — Fast retrieve for reaction baits, burning chatterbaits, and quickly picking up slack on aggressive strikes

• 5.1:1 (64 cm per turn) — Maximum cranking power for deep-diving crankbaits, heavy jigs, and extreme bigbait applications

All variants feature left-hand retrieve, 18 kg max drag, 290 g weight, and 0.33 mm / 220 m line capacity.

Facts

• Gear ratio: 6.3:1

• Retrieve per turn: 73 cm

• Bearings: 7 (2 corrosion-resistant High Spin, 4 stainless steel, 1 Dead Stop anti-reverse)

• Max drag: 18 kg

• Weight: 290 g

• Line capacity: 0.33 mm / 220 m

• Retrieve hand: Left

• Brake system: Low-Friction 6-Way

• Construction: HD aluminium frame with Ocean Armor 2

• Recommended casting weight: 15–250 g