Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX vs Penn Battle III 8000 HSX
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Daiwa 23 Saltiga
Seafishing
81.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.91 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight345g / 12.17oz
Line retireve per crank90 centimeter / 35.43 inch
Ball bearings12
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €777.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000-H
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.26/260

Penn Battle III
Spinning
69.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag13.6kg / 29,98lbs
Weight785g / 27.7oz
Line retireve per crank112 centimeter / 44.09 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandPENN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €127.60
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size8000 HS
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/335
Conclusion
Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX edges out Penn Battle III 8000 HSX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (90 centimeter / 35.43 inch) and the weight (345g / 12,17oz). Still, Penn Battle III 8000 HSX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.3:1 and a ball bearings of 6, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Saltiga and Penn Battle III?
Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX
- With a weight score of 9.01 out of 10 (345g / 12,17oz), this reel is impressively light for saltwater and provides great comfort
- With a fast retrieve 90 centimeter / 35.43 inch, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently
Penn Battle III 8000 HSX
- The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
- Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency
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