13 Fishing Concept A3 Baitcasting Reel 3 8.1:1 Left

13 Fishing Concept A3 8.1:1 — Built for Big Baits and Monster Fish

The Concept A3 8.1:1 left-hand baitcasting reel delivers the drag power and gear strength you need to land trophy pike and saltwater giants. With its high-speed 8.1:1 ratio and Japanese Hamai-cut H.A.M. gearing, this reel turns big baits into big catches.

Unstoppable Drag and Precision Engineering

At the heart of the Concept A3 lies the 18 kg Carbon Bull Drag system and hardened brass H.A.M. drive gear, precision-cut using the Japanese Hamai process. This combination delivers reliable stopping power when you hook into hard-fighting predators, while the HD aluminium frame and Ocean Armor 2 saltwater protection ensure the reel stands up to both freshwater monsters and saltwater brutes. The reinforced clutch cam handles the torque of heavy lures without compromise.

High-Speed Retrieve for Active Techniques

The 8.1:1 gear ratio retrieves 94 cm of line per turn, making it ideal for burning spinnerbaits, working topwater lures, and quickly catching up to fast-swimming fish. Seven ball bearings—including two High Spin corrosion-resistant bearings and four stainless steel bearings—keep the retrieve smooth under load. The Dead Stop anti-reverse bearing eliminates back-play for solid hooksets. The Arrowhead line guide system ensures even line lay, while the low-friction 6-way braking system gives you precise casting control with baits from 15 to 250 g.

Choose the Right Variant

The Concept A3 is available in three gear ratios to match your technique and target species:

• 8.1:1 (94 cm retrieve) — Fast retrieve for burning baits, topwater lures, lipless crankbaits, and quickly working pike or bass in open water

• 6.3:1 (73 cm retrieve) — Versatile all-rounder for crankbaits, spinnerbaits, and moderate-speed presentations

• 5.1:1 (64 cm retrieve) — Maximum cranking power for deep-diving crankbaits, big swimbaits, and heavy resistance lures

All models are available in left-hand retrieve and feature the same 18 kg drag, 290 g weight, and saltwater-ready construction.

Facts

• Gear ratio: 8.1:1

• Line retrieve per turn: 94 cm

• Maximum drag: 18 kg

• Weight: 290 g

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

• Line capacity: 0.33 mm / 220 m

• Retrieve hand: Left

• HD aluminium frame with Ocean Armor 2 saltwater protection

• H.A.M. Japanese Hamai-cut hardened brass drive gear

• Generation II hard anodized worm shaft

• Alert drag clicker

• KeepR integrated hook keeper

• Beetle Wing rapid access side plate

• Recommended casting weight: 15–250 g