Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 10000-HX vs Shimano Sahara FJ 1000X

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Daiwa 23 Caldia SW, 10000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10320-105
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
Shimano Sahara FJ, 1000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SH1000FJ
Shimano Sahara FJ
Spinning
57.00 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.32 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight205g / 7.23oz
Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €63.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/170

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 10000-HX edges out Shimano Sahara FJ 1000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and the durability (8.79 out of 10). Still, Shimano Sahara FJ 1000X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.0:1 and a ergonomics of 6.32 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 Shimano Sahara FJ?

Shimano Sahara FJ 1000X

  • Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval