Daiwa Emblem Surf 45 SCW Type R vs Shimano Catana FE C 3000 HGX

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Daiwa Emblem Surf 45 SCW Type R, left and right hand, Surfcasting Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10711-456
Daiwa Emblem Surf 45 SCW Type R
Seafishing
71.80 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.66 out of 10
Ergonomics5.5 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight630g / 22.22oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch
Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €199.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size-
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/300
Shimano Catana FE, C 3000 HG, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, CATC3000HGFE
Shimano Catana FE
Spinning
63.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.67 out of 10
Ergonomics6.13 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag8.5kg / 18,74lbs
Weight260g / 9.17oz
Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €30.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC 3000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/210

Conclusion

Both Daiwa Emblem Surf 45 SCW Type R and Shimano Catana FE C 3000 HGX perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Daiwa Emblem Surf 45 SCW Type R offers a ball bearings of 6+1, while Shimano Catana FE C 3000 HGX stands out for a line retrieve per crank of 91 centimeter / 35.83 inch. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Daiwa Emblem Surf 45 SCW Type R and Shimano Catana FE?

Shimano Catana FE C 3000 HGX

  • 8.6 out of 10 (91 centimeter / 35.83 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish