Akios 656 CTM GRX Gunsmoke Grey Multiplier Reel – S-LINE Flagship Performance

The Akios 656 CTM GRX is the flagship model of the renowned Akios S-LINE range, setting new standards for performance, durability and casting control. Featuring a classic open cage design combined with modern braking technology, this reel is perfectly suited to both novice anglers looking for confidence and experienced casters aiming for extreme distance.

At the core of the 656 CTM GRX are precision-cut 5.3:1 brass gears, delivering smooth, dependable retrieval with impressive torque when playing powerful fish. Built to last, the reel blends the superior build quality of traditional multiplier reels with cutting-edge engineering, creating a mechanically reliable reel designed for long-term performance in demanding conditions.

Casting control is exceptional thanks to the combination of a free-floating spool running on ABEC 5 stainless steel bearings, along with both centrifugal and magnetic braking systems. This dual-brake setup allows the reel to be easily tuned for overrun-free casting or fully opened up to send leads “to the horizon and beyond”. The long magnetic knobby enables fine in-cast adjustments, giving complete control throughout the cast.

The lightweight anodised aluminium side plates help reduce overall weight while improving spool start-up for greater casting distances. A larger spindle prevents spool distortion under load, while the carbon multi-disc drag system provides up to 17.5lb of smooth, consistent drag pressure, ideal for both distance work and hard-fighting fish.

Finished with practical features such as a balanced anodised aluminium power handle, aluminium star drag wheel, corrosion-resistant instant anti-reverse bearing, and a line out alarm (ratchet), the Akios 656 CTM GRX is a true all-round performer built for serious multiplier anglers.

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