OKUMA Makaira Special Edition Silver 2-Speed Lever Drag Reel
The Makaira Silver edition combines stunning aesthetics with tournament-grade performance.
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Product Highlights
OKUMA Makaira Special Edition Silver 2-Speed Lever Drag Reel
The Makaira Silver edition combines stunning aesthetics with tournament-grade performance. Featuring a black etched yellowfin tuna on silver anodized aluminum side plates, this two-speed lever drag reel delivers extreme torque through helical-cut gears and an oversized handle. Built for serious offshore anglers, it pairs smooth Carbonite Dual Force drag with precision engineering and backed by a 5-year warranty.
- Carbonite Dual Force drag system with helical-cut gears for maximum torque and smooth operation
- 6061-T6 machined aluminum frame with 17-4 stainless steel gearing and corrosion-resistant coating
- Two-speed gearing with lower 1.3:1 ratio on 20/30 sizes; open spool bearings with TSI-301 oil increase freespool 2-1/2 times
One-Touch Shift Technology
Twin-Disk Stopping Power
Specifications
OKUMA Makaira Special Edition Silver 2-Speed Lever Drag Reel
- Type
- Conventional Lever Drag, 2-Speed
- Gear Ratio
- Varies by size — typical 4.7:1 high / 2.0:1 low
- Max Drag
- 22-60lb at strike (varies by size)
- Bearings
- Stainless ABEC-5
- Line Capacity
- Varies by size — 30lb/150yd to 80lb/440yd
- Retrieve Rate
- Varies by size (28-39in / turn)
- Weight
- Varies by size (22-44oz)
- Hand
- Right
- Spool Material
- Forged aluminum
- Body Material
- Forged aluminum
Compare the Series
OKUMA Makaira Special Edition Silver 2-Speed Lever Drag Reel
| Spec |
OKUMA Makaira MK-10IISEa
$599.99 |
OKUMA Makaira MK-20IISEa
$699.99 |
OKUMA Makaira MK-50IISEa
$799.99 |
OKUMA Makaira MK-50WIISEa
$814.99 |
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| Reel Type | Conventional Lever Drag, 2-Speed | Conventional Lever Drag, 2-Speed | Conventional Lever Drag, 2-Speed | Conventional Lever Drag, 2-Speed |
| Gear Ratio | 4.6:1 / 1.7:1 | 4.8:1 / 1.8:1 | 4.4:1 / 1.7:1 | 4.4:1 / 1.7:1 |
| Max Drag | 22lb at strike | 31lb at strike | 60lb at strike | 60lb at strike |
| Weight | 22oz | 32oz | 42oz | 44oz |
| Line Capacity | 30lb / 270yd | 50lb / 280yd | 50lb / 550yd | 80lb / 750yd |
| Retrieve | 28in / turn | 33in / turn | 37in / turn | 39in / turn |
| Bearings | Stainless ABEC-5 | Stainless ABEC-5 | Stainless ABEC-5 | Stainless ABEC-5 |
| Hand | Right | Right | Right | Right |
| Spool Material | Forged aluminum | Forged aluminum | Forged aluminum | Forged aluminum |
| Body Material | Forged aluminum | Forged aluminum | Forged aluminum | Forged aluminum |
Before you buy
Frequently asked questions.
Still unsure? Call +1-877-337-9591. You'll talk to a builder, not a sales rep.
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Why are the helical-cut gears better than traditional straight-cut gears?
Traditional gears engage one full tooth face at a time, creating small vibrations and chatter under extreme pressure. The helical design contains angled teeth that spiral slightly around the gear axis, and as they turn, the teeth mesh gradually together from one to the other. This functions to distribute massive rotational loads across a larger surface to provide smooth and silent winching power.
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What is the main difference between the standard Gold Makaira and the Special Edition (SEa) models?
The standard Makaira Gold utilizes standard shielded bearings packed with factory grease for all-around trolling and heavy standup use. The Special Edition (SEa) models feature an open-spool bearing design treated with high-speed TSI-301 oil, which dramatically frees up the spool to boost live-bait casting distance up to 2.5 times. SEa models also feature down-shifted low gear ratios (1.3:1) on select sizes and an etched Yellowfin Tuna logo.
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Do all Makaira reel models use the exact same dual-force drag technology?
Yes, the fundamental Carbonite Dual Force Drag architecture is standardized across the entire lineup. However, the scale changes dramatically based on model and size. The smaller models pack plenty of muscle for mid-tier offshore sportfish, while the larger wide-spool frames (like the MK-50WII and 80WII) expand the surface area of the drag washers to safely handle sustained, blistering high-heat drag pressures exceeding 60 to 100 lbs for giant bluefin tuna and marlin.



