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| Model TD Code | Retrieve | Line Class | Mono Capacity (lb/yds) | Braid Capacity (lb/yds) | Max Drag (lbs) | Gear Ratio | Inches Per Crank | Spool Width | Weight (oz) | Color | Price |
| HXJ 5/2 MC Pink AVE-0119-7 | Right-Hand | 30-60 lb. | 40/270 50/200 60/170 | 50/920 65/610 80/480 | Strike: 22 Full: 28 | H: 5.4:1 L: 2.4:1 | H: 47 in. L: 21 in. | 1-5/16 in. | 25 oz. | Pink | $405.99 USD |
Avet HX Reel Features:
- Precision machined 6061 T-6 marine grade aluminum and stainless steel components.
- Anodized for superior corrosion resistance and beautiful finish.
- True one piece frame for the ultimate in strength vs. weight.
- Powerful lever drag system with adjustable strike pre-set.
- Precision machined stainless steel gears.
- Avet's patented, indestructible, silent dog and gear anti-reverse system, the most reliable in the industry.
- Reliable Avedrag dry carbon fiber drags for superior stopping power, smoothness and wear resistance.
- 8 sealed stainless ball bearings.
- Alarm clicker.
- Offset machined handle arm to reduce centerline profile and cranking wobble.
- Large comfortable soft touch handle knob.
- Wide spool design for large line capacities.
- Matching machined aluminum rod clamp. (Excluding Non-Raptor SXJ Models)
- Designed, machined and assembled in USA.
- HX Reel diameter: 3-3/8 in.
- HX Crank handle length: 3-3/8 in. w/ oval knob (HXW Raptor has T-Bar knob).
- MC Models - Magic Cast Control System.
- Prevention of backlash and as a line out adjustment for live bait fishing.
- 1 through 5 Cast Control knob setting for multiple weight casting applications.
- MC Cast is a standard feature on Raptor models (HXW Raptor excluded)
5 Stars based on 23 reviews
By Rv
BVI
Avet HXJ 5/2 MC Raptor Two-Speed Lever Drag Casting Reel
February 4, 2022
These reels are veryyy powerful for their size. Caught couple tunas so far on it , and it made easy work of them..
Pros
- light weight
- very powerful!
- trolls amazing to!
Cons
- None so far
By Carl
Tampa, Fl
Avet HXJ 5/2 MC Raptor Two-Speed
December 4, 2021
Just an awesome reel! A real powerhouse for a hair over 29 ounces. Makes a terrific deep water jigging reel.
Pros
- Lightweight and extremely powerful.
- Beautiful fit and finish. The machining and finishing is flawless.
- Plenty of line capacity for deep drop jigging and for when a pelagic comes along.
- Plenty of drag (31 pounds max) for fighting the largest fish. Side plate lever drag makes setting and using the drag lever really easy and repeatable.
- Gear ratio selections are perfect! 5.3 for bringing up your bait or for smaller species. 2.3 for reeling up the heavyweights like a reef donkey or big gag Grouper.
- All in all - This is a fine piece of machinery.
Cons
- Pricey but still less than other comparable reels. Considering the quality and utility, it's hard to say price is a con at all.
By Tom
Wilmington
Great reel
July 31, 2021
This thing is a wench, used a buddy of mine and bought this one right after. It brings up grouper and snapper with ease.
Pros
- Everything
Cons
- None
By Scott
Raleigh, NC
Sleek, Clean, Quality
February 18, 2021
This thing is smooth!! I cant wait to wench up a giant gag grouper this season. Going to load it with 100lb braid and tack it to a heavy jigging rod. Love that I was able to spend my hard earned money on an American made product!
By Bob S.
Bridgewater NJ
solid reel
January 24, 2021
Definitely a solid, well built reel but found one problem. The specs claim it will hold 920 yards of #50 braid. I tried several different brands eight strand braid and have not been able to spool more than 670 yards. The line was packed under 20+ # pressure so it is not loosely spooled.
By Michael
Dallas, TX
HXJ 5/2 Raptor
December 17, 2020
Picked up two of these reels to do some jigging, bottom fishing, and light trolling. Holds 600 yards of 60# JB hollow with an 80# mono top shot. Took it outside to try it pitching baits and casting and love the narrow frame.
Pros
- Light
- Compact
- Overkill on drag
Cons
- the harness lugs seem a little small and might interfere with the drag lever because of it's compact size.
By George W.
Port Richie, Florida
Awesome Reel
November 18, 2020
This is my favorite reel now! It seems to be reliable, very lightweight and I love the casting feature, Tackle Direct shipping is phenomenal
Pros
- Lightweight, easy to use
Cons
- None so far
By Everyday F.
Paris
Made in America fish the life
January 16, 2020
Man this reel is my favorite it's a narrow reel but I don't blame that it fantastic for tuna you can catch a bull shark on here also Marlin,mahi,wahoo,drums whatever else it could catch were you live it can catch a golioth grouper mabey if you put a t-bar-handle it might be. My brother has a hxw raptor mc cast 7th made and he can catch a 1000lb Marlin and hxw and hxj are close to the same size so it is good😁
Pros
- I rate this pro reel it's made in America and made with plane aluminium so solid reel cheap for something this good so I would get it for sure
By Jacob
Tallahassee, FL
Great reel
July 3, 2019
Plenty of drag in a compact size. We use these for grouper and snapper in the northern gulf of Mexico. Low gear is great for getting big fish away from the rocks.
By socalfisher
glendora, ca
Jigging
June 20, 2019
Was my go to for yoyo
By Anthony D.
Ca
Love it
June 20, 2019
Great jig reel. Smooth and fast
Pros
- Build well. Light. Easy to cast
By John
SWFL
Outstanding Reel
October 12, 2018
This is my first 2-speed reel and I will never buy another single speed conventional. This real is super smooth and the drag is amazing.
By Byrnes
Wakefield , Rhode Island
Amazing reel
July 24, 2018
Top quality reel good for offshore and inshore game fish
By Ahmed
Sarasota, FL
Great reel!!
December 20, 2017
Light and powerful.
By Matthew
Stapleton, Alabama
Bottom Fish Killer
December 2, 2017
HXJ raptor
I own two of these. I spooled the first one with 300yds of 100lb JB solid core and the second one with 300yds 80lb Momoi braid. These reels absolutely destroy bottom fish. They have more drag than I can handle without a harness. I really like how narrow the spool is on these models. These HXJs are great for jigging and live baiting big AJ's, I made very short work of some decent size sharks too. They are taller than the JX but they still feel good in the hand and I have no problem bottom fishing with them all day. I think they would be comparable in size and weight to a baja special. I plan on using these for chunking to yellowfins when I finally go (plan on using the JX too). Only issue with these reels is they do let some water in around the harness lugs. Not really a big issue though, as long as you have a light coat of grease inside the reel or if you clean it periodically I think you will be just fine.
I own two of these. I spooled the first one with 300yds of 100lb JB solid core and the second one with 300yds 80lb Momoi braid. These reels absolutely destroy bottom fish. They have more drag than I can handle without a harness. I really like how narrow the spool is on these models. These HXJs are great for jigging and live baiting big AJ's, I made very short work of some decent size sharks too. They are taller than the JX but they still feel good in the hand and I have no problem bottom fishing with them all day. I think they would be comparable in size and weight to a baja special. I plan on using these for chunking to yellowfins when I finally go (plan on using the JX too). Only issue with these reels is they do let some water in around the harness lugs. Not really a big issue though, as long as you have a light coat of grease inside the reel or if you clean it periodically I think you will be just fine.
Pros
- aluminum body
- 2-speed
- cast control
- stainless gears
- very narrow spool
- light weight
Cons
- water intrusion at the lugs
- dry drag washer
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