Shimano 07 Antares DC7LV Right-Hand Baitcasting Reel - Damaged Condition

Take your setup back to a classic era with the Shimano 07 Antares DC7 LV right-handle reel. Shimano's Antares baitcasters are legendary among Japanese anglers for their raw power, long-distance casting performance, and sleek profile. Weighing 255 grams, this high-gear model excels at heavy lure presentation, making it a great option for targeting aggressive bass or reef-dwelling rockfish like greenling.

This item is secondhand and sold as-is, with visible scratches across the body and minor wear on the spool. Due to age, the internal Digital Control brake system is unstable and barely functions, producing only a faint, low DC sound; anglers will need to manually thumb the spool while casting. Even in working order, this older DC generation was never designed for fully no-thumb casting the way current models are, so this is a reel built for hands-on anglers rather than set-and-forget convenience. The gear retrieve has a light scratchy feel expected of a reel this age, but it has been oiled regularly and remains fully capable for real fishing.

The set includes the reel body, a dedicated reel cover, the original instruction manual, and maintenance oil. This is a great opportunity for experienced anglers or reel customizers who want a piece of flagship Shimano history at a fraction of its original retail price.