The Maxel Armory 35 brings serious capability to the Armory lineup with a powerful, compact design built for slow pitch jigging and demanding offshore fishing. Combining a 6.2:1 gear ratio, 42 inches of line retrieve per crank, and 30 lbs of max drag, the Armory 35 delivers the speed and stopping power needed to work deep water and battle hard-fighting fish.
One of its standout features is the heavy-duty level wind system. Instead of manually guiding your line across the spool, the level wind maintains even line distribution during the retrieve, helping keep your braid properly packed and ready for the next drop.
At the heart of the Armory 35 is Maxel's patent-pending Karman System, an integrated lever drag design engineered to improve drag control while helping address spool lock.
The Karman System creates a more effective connection between the spool shaft and drag lever. When the lever is moved into the Free position, the drag plate smoothly disengages from the spool, allowing the reel to return to free spool even after sustained pressure during a fight.
This can be especially valuable when jigging around reefs, wrecks, and rocky structure where a snagged jig may require the angler to quickly reduce drag pressure.
The system also provides more precise drag adjustment and smoother lever movement, giving anglers greater control when fishing the thin-diameter braided lines commonly used for slow pitch jigging.
| Model | Gear Ratio | Line Capacity | Line Retrieve | Weight | Max Drag |
| Armory 35 | 6.2:1 | 30 lb / 500 yds | 42 in. | 19.25 oz | 30 lbs |
For anglers who want the control of a lever drag reel without constantly managing line placement across the spool, the Maxel Armory 35 offers a compelling combination of speed, drag power, and level wind convenience. Whether you're slow pitch jigging structure, working deep water, or putting pressure on powerful bottom fish, the Armory 35 is built to keep you focused on the jig and the fish.
