Mickey98

I ended up going with a Daiwa SV TW 103. It is really really smooth and small enough for my hand. A bit more than I thought I would spend but as of right now, I'm really happy with it.

So should I be concerned if the reel is a SV TW or CT or just plain ole Tatula 100?? I think I must have gotten a defective Lews with the one I had, never ever was able to get it zeroed in and work correctly so I literally gave it away. I have considered the Lews KVD reel but considered is as far as I've gotten. I've heard quite a few good things about the 13 fishing brand but have never used one. Nice set up! As I had asked, does the SV TW or CT make a difference? So what is the difference in the Tatula 70 mgl and the tatula 100? I'm guessing spool size but anything else?

What baitcaster reel would be a good comparison to the Shimano SLX 150? As in size wise and reliability? I don't want anything bigger as I don't have big hands. I really like my Shimano and it's "almost" non-backlashing but want to explore other options. And I am on a budget so less than $150 would be great. I also have an Abu Revo that I use and like. Due to location, I have to order off of the internet so I can't really know how big the reels are, etc. I am thinking about getting a Daiwa but not sure what model or size. Thanks!