Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX vs Shimano Stradic FM 1000FMX

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Daiwa 23 Caldia SW, 6000D-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10320-605
Daiwa 23 Caldia SW
Seafishing
63.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.71 out of 10
Ergonomics5.79 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight425g / 14.99oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €213.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000D-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.24/300
Shimano Stradic FM, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag
Shimano Stradic FM
Spinning
1000fmx
77.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.38 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight185g / 6.53oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €144.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size-
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140

Conclusion

Shimano Stradic FM 1000FMX edges out Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.1:1) and the total score (7.74 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 12kg / 26,46lbs and a durability of 8.71 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 Stradic FM?

Shimano Stradic FM 1000FMX

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval