Daiwa Emblem Surf 45 SCW Type R vs Shimano Sahara FJ 1000X

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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 Sahara FJ

Spinning

57.00 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability7 out of 10

Ergonomics6.32 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs

Weight205g / 7.23oz

Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch

Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €63.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/170

Conclusion

Daiwa Emblem Surf 45 SCW Type R edges out Shimano Sahara FJ 1000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (4.9:1) and the maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs). Still, Shimano Sahara FJ 1000X holds its own with strengths like a durability of 7 out of 10 and a ergonomics of 6.32 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.