Reel/Part Type: Spinning Reel Popular Series/Model: DAIWA 18 Exist Operation confirmed, no gritty or scratchy feeling, and no problems. Purchased new from a store about two years ago, it's a carefully selected individual. I only spooled line on it, and then I was transferred, so I haven't had a chance to use it, and I'm putting it up for sale. I personally think it has a very good reeling feel, and of course, there's no gritty or scratchy feeling.