Okuma Makaira Gold Lever Drag Overhead Fishing Reel
The gold Makaira is Okuma’s benchmark big-game lever-drag platform, engineered for heavy trolling and stand-up game fishing. Its rigid machined frame, two-speed gearing and Dual Force Drag system are designed for consistent control against powerful pelagic fish.
Choose the model from the size selector above. The table below makes gear ratio, bearings, reel weight, retrieve, drag and line capacity easy to compare before you buy.
Key Features
- 6061-T6 machined aluminium frame with forged side plates
- 17-4 grade stainless steel gearing with helical-cut gears
- Two-speed gearing system
- Cold forged Type-II anodised machined aluminium spool
- CRC Corrosion Resistant Coating process
- Carbonite Dual Force Drag system with Cal’s universal drag grease
- Custom thrust bearing to reduce side load at heavy drag settings
- Double-dog proprietary silent anti-reverse system
- Ratcheting drag lever and pre-set knob for precise drag control
- Patented T-Bar handle with Easy Roll insert
Model & Size Specifications
| Model | Gear Ratio | Bearings | Weight | Retrieve / Turn | Drag | Mono Capacity (mm/m) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MK-15II | 4.7:1 & 2.1:1 | 4BB + 1TB | 822 g | 98.8 & 43.4 cm | 14.5 / 18.2 kg Strike / Full | 0.45/525, 0.48/385, 0.55/295 |
| MK-16II | 4.3:1 & 1.3:1 | 4BB + 1TB | 1160 g | 99.6 & 30.0 cm | 15.4 / 21.7 kg Strike / Full | 0.42/800, 0.48/600, 0.55/450 |
| MK-20II | 3.8:1 & 1.7:1 | 4BB + 1TB | 1298 g | 100.1 & 44.5 cm | 16.8 / 25 kg Strike / Full | 0.48/800, 0.55/600, 0.60/480 |
| MK-30II | 3.8:1 & 1.7:1 | 4BB + 1TB | 1417 g | 100.1 & 44.5 cm | 16.8 / 25 kg Strike / Full | 0.55/700, 0.60/640, 0.70/500 |
| MK-50II | 3.2:1 & 1.3:1 | 4BB + 1TB | 1741 g | 96.0 & 38.9 cm | 27.2 / 39 kg Strike / Full | 0.55/910, 0.70/590, 0.90/360 |
| MK-50WII | 3.2:1 & 1.3:1 | 4BB + 1TB | 1843 g | 96.0 & 38.9 cm | 27.2 / 39 kg Strike / Full | 0.70/820, 0.75/710, 0.90/510 |
| MK-80WII | 3.1:1 & 1.2:1 | 6BB + 1TB | 3289 g | 116.1 & 52.9 cm | 32.1 / 45.4 kg Strike / Full | 0.90/910, 1.00/770, 1.12/600 |
| MK-130II | 2.2:1 & 1.2:1 | 6BB + 1TB | 4750 g | 100.8 & 55.1 cm | 34.1 / 45.4 kg Strike / Full | 0.90/1450, 1.00/1170, 1.12/920 |
Okuma Technology
The technology below is matched to this reel family - not a generic Okuma technology dump.
 CRC Corrosion Resistant CoatingOkuma CRC adds corrosion protection to metal components for improved durability in harsh marine use. |  Machined Rigid FrameA one-piece machined aluminium frame delivers precise alignment and high resistance to flex and torque. |
 Dual Force DragOkuma Dual Force Drag applies pressure to both sides of the spool for high drag output with smooth, controlled performance. |  Helical Cut GearingHelical-cut gears increase tooth contact for smooth power transfer and durability under heavy game-fishing loads. |
 Silent Anti-ReverseA heavy-duty silent anti-reverse system delivers positive drive engagement without noisy ratcheting through the retrieve. |  TDC Tournament Drag CamTournament Drag Cam geometry gives anglers a controlled drag curve through the lever range for precise heavy-tackle settings. |
Okuma 10 Year Limited Warranty
Built to fish hard - backed for the long haul. This Okuma reel is backed by Okuma’s 10 Year Limited Warranty for long-term confidence on the water.