Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX vs Shimano Sedona FJ 1000FJX

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Daiwa 23 Caldia SW, 8000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10320-805
Daiwa 23 Caldia SW
Seafishing
66.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.81 out of 10
Ergonomics5.5 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight630g / 22.22oz
Line retireve per crank110 centimeter / 43.31 inch
Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €242.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/300
Shimano Sedona FJ, 1000FJ, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SE1000FJ
Shimano Sedona FJ
Spinning
55.50 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.28 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight215g / 7.58oz
Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €52.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000FJ
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX edges out Shimano Sedona FJ 1000FJX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and the ball bearings (6+1). Still, Shimano Sedona FJ 1000FJX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.0:1 and a ergonomics of 6.28 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 Sedona FJ?

Shimano Sedona FJ 1000FJX

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