Daiwa 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL vs Abu GARCIA Zenon 4000 SHX

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Daiwa 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL, left hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Star Drag, 10806-300
Daiwa 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL
Multireels
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.9 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight540g / 19.05oz
Line retireve per crank70 centimeter / 27.56 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €699.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size-
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationLeft
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.24/400
Abu GARCIA Zenon, 4000 SH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1548043
Abu GARCIA Zenon
Spinning
83.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.47 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5.2kg / 11,46lbs
Weight160g / 5.64oz
Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandABU GARCIA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €326.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000 SH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL edges out Abu GARCIA Zenon 4000 SHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the ball bearings (8) and the maximum drag (13kg / 28,66lbs). Still, Abu GARCIA Zenon 4000 SHX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 96 centimeter / 37.8 inch and a gear ratio of 6.2:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL and Abu GARCIA Zenon?

Daiwa 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL

  • Strong, smooth resistance with a drag power of 13kg / 28,66lbs (8.4), great for keeping heavy fish in check, especially near obstacles
  • With a high retrieve rate of 9 out of 10 (8), this reel is built for quick line recovery