The Westin W4-BC 51 HSG LH Metallic Trooper is a compact, high-speed baitcasting reel from Westins W4 series. Its designed for predator anglers who use lighter lures and need a fast retrieve to cover water quickly or work specific lures effectively. The 51 indicates its smaller size with a left-hand retrieve, while HSG stands for High Speed Gear, and LH specifies that it is a left-hand retrieve model. The Metallic Trooper refers to its sleek metallic gray finish. This reel is well-suited for techniques like finesse jigging, topwater fishing, or burning spinnerbaits and buzzbaits.

Key Features and Technology

The W4-BC 51 HSG is built to provide a reliable and fast experience for anglers who are not casting the heaviest of baits. It incorporates several of Westins key design elements for performance and durability.

• Durable Construction: The reel is built on a robust one-piece aluminum frame. This provides a solid and rigid platform that prevents flex, ensuring smooth operation even when fighting a decent-sized fish. The side plates are made from carbon, which helps to keep the overall weight down.
• Bearing System: It features a 7+1 sealed stainless steel ball bearing system. While a lower count than the premium W6 series, this is still a high-quality system that provides a very smooth retrieve and casting experience.
• Braking System: The reel is equipped with an Internal Centrifugal Brake (CBS6) with six shoes. This system offers a high degree of control over the spool, helping to prevent backlashes and allowing for fine-tuning of the cast to match different lure weights and wind conditions.
• Drag System: The drag system is a multi-stack Teflon drag. It provides a smooth and consistent drag pressure, which is crucial for fighting fish on lighter lines. It also includes a Drag Clicker feature, which produces an audible clicking sound when line is being pulled from the reel, a useful indicator during a fight.
• Gearing: The HSG (High Speed Gear) designation means it has a fast gear ratio of 8.1:1. This high-speed ratio allows for very quick retrieves, which is ideal for working lures at speed, taking up slack line quickly, or burning a lure through the water column. The gears are GT-B gears, which are precisely machined for smooth meshing.
• Ergonomics and Design: The reel features non-slip rubber handle knobs for a comfortable and secure grip. It also includes Westins proprietary Fast Line Connector spooling system for quick and easy line changes. The Metallic Trooper finish gives it a stylish and professional look.

Specifications

• Model: W4-BC 51 HSG LH Metallic Trooper
• Handle: Left-hand retrieve
• Bearings: 7+1 sealed stainless steel ball bearings
• Gear Ratio: 8.1:1 (HSG High Speed Gear)
• Line Retrieve: 86 cm per handle turn
• Line Capacity: Approximately 120m of 0.25mm line
• Weight: 189g
• Maximum Drag Force: 5.5 kg
• Frame: One-piece aluminum frame with carbon side plate
• Brake System: 6-shoe Internal Centrifugal Brake (CBS6)
• Drag System: Multi-stack Teflon drag with clicker
• Additional Features:
  • Fast Line Connector spool system
  • Stay-On side plate and tension knob
  • Delivered in a protective hard case