Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX vs Delphin HORNET 60X

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
84.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.6 out of 10
Ergonomics6.45 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight165g / 5.82oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €180.40
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size1000D-XH
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofil-

Delphin HORNET
Spinning
44.50 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.63 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight380g / 13oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDELPHIN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €27.95
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size60
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.24/440
Conclusion
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 60X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (5kg / 11,02lbs) and durability (8.6 out of 10). While Delphin HORNET 60X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT and Delphin HORNET?
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX
- A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (5kg / 11,02lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
- With a score like 8.9 out of 10 (165g / 5,82oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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