Just curious why you say hard PASS on Avet?
Under heavy drag, lots of sideload pressure leading to bearing failure. I've had a fleet of Avet from SX single speeds to Raptors and 4/0, 30's, 50's.
The sideloading isn't as pronounced with the bigger reels but I've had a 30 flat lock up and unable to turn the handle at 30lbs of drag.
But there are MANY MANY Avet users out on the water and they are happy with the performance, just not for me.
IMO, the sturdiest open face reel out there for barn door 'buts up to granders; Shimano Tiagra.
