Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 10000-HX vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000-CX
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Daiwa 23 Caldia SW
Seafishing
67.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.79 out of 10
Ergonomics5.48 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight645g / 22.75oz
Line retireve per crank121 centimeter / 47.64 inch
Ball bearings6+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €237.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size10000-H
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/300

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
78.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.65 out of 10
Ergonomics6.23 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight230g / 8.11oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.3 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €196.90
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000-CX edges out Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 10000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.2:1) and the line retrieve per crank (82 centimeter / 32.3 inch). Still, Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 10000-HX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 15kg / 33,07lbs and a durability of 8.79 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Caldia SW and Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT?
Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 10000-HX
- Scoring 8 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000-CX
- The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
- 6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.3 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
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