Ranger,

Yes, Shimano has discontinued the Chronarch 50mg. They will be coming out with a totally new reel within the next 8 to 10 weeks. The only thing it has in common with the old Chronarch 50mg is the physical size.(it will even be slightly smaller)

This new reel will be part of the "Core" family and will be the smallest and lightest (5.5 oz) baitcaster that Shimano has ever built. It is designed for light fluorocarbon lines and light line finesse fishing. It will come in a high speed 7.0:1 gear ratio.

Price will probably be somewhere in the 360.00 to 375.00 range and when you consider the Diawa Steez sells for $500.00, the new Core 50mg is a steal!!

I can't wait to get my hands on one!!

Steve Riley