Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX vs Shimano 21 Sahara FJ 2500SHGFJX

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Daiwa 23 Caldia SW, 4000D-CXH, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10320-405
Daiwa 23 Caldia SW
Seafishing
77.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.69 out of 10
Ergonomics5.99 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight290g / 10.23oz
Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch
Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €208.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000D-CXH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/300
Shimano 21 Sahara FJ, 2500SHGFJ, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SH2500SHGFJ
Shimano 21 Sahara FJ
Spinning
64.90 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight240g / 8.47oz
Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €63.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500SHGFJ
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/120

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX edges out Shimano 21 Sahara FJ 2500SHGFJX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.69 out of 10) and the line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch). Still, Shimano 21 Sahara FJ 2500SHGFJX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 6.2:1 and a ergonomics of 6.2 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 21 Sahara FJ?

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Shimano 21 Sahara FJ 2500SHGFJX

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups