Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX vs Shimano Vanford FA 2500SHGAX
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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 Vanford FA
Spinning
83.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.61 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch
Ball bearings8
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €184.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500SHGA
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/120
Conclusion
Shimano Vanford FA 2500SHGAX edges out Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.8:1) and the line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch). Still, Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.81 out of 10 and a maximum drag of 15kg / 33,07lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Caldia SW and Shimano Vanford FA?
Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
Shimano Vanford FA 2500SHGAX
- A fast gear ratio of 9.2 out of 10 (5.8:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
- 8.1 out of 10 (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
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