The old Chronarch 100A/100SF/100Mg reels are great. I like that they're slightly smaller than the old Curado 200 so they palm easier and they're also very smooth. You can improve casting distance by upgrading the spool shaft bearings with stainless or ceramic ABEC 7s. I love the CH100Mg because it's such a light reel (under 6 ounces for a full sized bass reel!)...

As good as the old "A" version Chronarchs were, the new "B" version (and Metanium XT for the Japanese market) is even better. Tolerances feel way tighter, they cast better and have improved gearing. I'd replace all of my old Chronarchs with the new version but they're still in great shape.