Okuma Magda Pro Line Counter Levelwind Trolling Reel Review

Hey guys, welcome back to Beach and Fishing and my Okuma Magda Pro Line Counter Levelwind trolling reel review. Now, as you are probably aware, fishing is one of those past times that holds two essential truths:

1. There are a great number of variations of every piece of equipment, tackle and accessory that you could be looking for.
2. Everybody has an opinion on which of these variations is best at any given time – which is generally due to the fact that that particular item has helped them catch fish.

So with that in mind, one thing I have tried to do on this site is review the products I use, as well as the ones that are popular at the moment to give you an idea of what may work for you as you head out to the water and chase the big ones.

Hence, for this review, I will run you through:

• What the product is
• How it works
• What I bought if for
• Pros and Cons
• Cost
• My recommendations

As the name probably suggests, trolling reels enable you to catch deep-sea fish from a moving vessel via a fast moving lure or live bait (usually a live baitfish). They are similar to baitcasting reels in that they are installed on top of the rod and differ from general deep sea spinning reels as they are usually able to hold significantly more line on the spool.

A good deep sea trolling reel must be tough enough to withstand exposure to the elements and the power of larger, fast running catches. It should also have a smooth, dependable drag that can wear down a hard-fighting fish’s resistance.

The Okuma Magda Pro is a trolling reel that has been designed for deep sea saltwater trolling and jigging. In full disclosure, I do not actually own one of these however have got the chance to try one out recently on some deep sea fishing adventures.

In short, I found it to be easy to use, loved the line counter reels and found it to be reliable when needed. I will elaborate more on this below however for now, let’s look at the features of this reel which include:

• A loud clicker
• Stainless steel level wind
• Smooth multi-disk carbonite drag system operated by a star lever.
• Two ball bearings, a self-lubricating gear system, and corrosion-resistant graphite spools.
• Stainless steel build with side plate rings that have been reinforced. 
• Mechanical line counter function that measures feet with a rubber push-button reset feature.

Brand	Okuma
Model	Magno Pro Line Counter Reel
Price	See price at Amazon.
Color (s)	Black and Silver
Dimensions	‎6.81 x 4.45 x 3.86 inches
Weight	1.05 pounds
Build material	Stainless steel
Gear Ratio	5.1:1
Bearings	2 stainless steel ball
Line retrieve (cm)	58.4
Max drag force (kg)	6
Mono line capacity (Diameter in mm)	0.35/220, 0.40/170, 0.45/120
Other features:	16-point anti-reverse for improved hookups Line counter screw port for improved air access Durable machine cut brass gearing Self-Lubricating Gear System, all models 20 – 45 sizes with Ergo grip handle knob design 15-size features a twin paddle handle configuration Automatic trip spool engaging mechanism Stainless steel levelwind line guide system

• Bait clicker  
• Smooth line release switch
• Incredible maximum drag
• Braid-ready spools
• Self-lubricating system
• Ergonomic handle

• Plastic screws in build
• The line release can get stuck at times

I have seen these priced online at anywhere between $USD46 to $USD70 depending on size.

Okuma releases several reliable models for its Magda Pro family. Refer to the table below for these models:

Model	Gear ratio	Bearings	Weight (g)	Line retrieve(cm)	Max drag force(kg)	Mono line capacity    (Diameter In mm.)
	MAGDA PRO REELS
MA-15DXT-T	5.1:1	2	357	58.4	6	0.35/220, 0.40/170, 0.45/120
MA-20DXT	5.1:1	2	366	58.4	6	0.35/270, 0.40/210, 0.45/150
MA-30DXT	4.0:1	2	457	61.0	7	0.40/420, 0.45/320, 0.50/260
MA-45DXT	4.0:1	2	493	66.0	8	0.45/450, 0.50/360, 0.55/300
MA-20DLXT*	5.1:1	2	366	58.4	6	0.35/270, 0.40/210, 0.45/150
MA-30DLXT*	4.0:1	2	457	61.0	7	0.40/420, 0.45/320, 0.50/260
	MAGDA PRO METER LINE COUNTER REEL
MA-20DXT(M)	5.1:1	2	366	58.4	6	0.35/270, 0.40/210, 0.45/150
	MAGDA DT REELS
MA-15DT-T	5.1:1	0	365	58.4	6	0.35/220, 0.40/170, 0.45/130
MA-20DT	5.1:1	0	370	58.4	6	0.35/270, 0.40/210, 0.45/150
MA-30DT	4.0:1	0	460	61.0	7	0.40/420, 0.45/320, 0.50/260
MA-15DLT*	5.1:1	0	365	62	6	0.35/220, 0.40/170, 0.45/130
MA-20DLT*	5.1:1	0	370	58.4	6	0.35/270, 0.40/210, 0.45/150
MA-30DLT*	4.0:1	0	450	64	7	0.40/420, 0.45/320, 0.50/260

I used this reel in a deep sea situation where were trolling with live baits chasing large and fast surface species and, to be honest, although it is definitely not as smooth as some higher end reels, I never felt like I couldn’t fight and control the catch with this reel.

I didn’t get the chance to have a play with a lure however I did like the sensitivity I felt on the line when the live bait gave a little ‘jump’.

The lever drag took me a little getting used to but loved the way I could control the run of the fish once I got it going.

So, in case you were wondering, this one is a yes from me!

So there you have it, my honest review and appraisal of the Okuma Magda Pro Line Counter Levelwind trolling reel . I hope it has been of assistance but as usual, if you have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out by commenting below. I would also love to hear of your own experiences with it as well.

Are there any other products you have been looking at but want to know more about? If so, please comment below and I will do my best to get some details for you.

Until next time

Have fun

Paul