Daiwa BG MQ 4000D-XHX vs Shimano 21 Sahara FJ C3000HGFJX

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Daiwa BG MQ, 4000D-XH, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10465-400
Daiwa BG MQ
Seafishing
59.60 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability4 out of 10
Ergonomics5.99 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight285g / 10.05oz
Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €159.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000D-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150
Shimano 21 Sahara FJ, C3000HGFJ, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SHC3000HGFJ
Shimano 21 Sahara FJ
Spinning
70.50 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight240g / 8.47oz
Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €63.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC3000HGFJ
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sahara FJ C3000HGFJX edges out Daiwa BG MQ 4000D-XHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs). Still, Daiwa BG MQ 4000D-XHX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 99 centimeter / 38.98 inch and a weight of 285g / 10,05oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG MQ and Shimano 21 Sahara FJ?

Shimano 21 Sahara FJ C3000HGFJX

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups