Daiwa Emblem Surf 45 SCW Type R vs Shimano Vanford FA C2000HGAX

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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 Vanford FA, C2000HGA, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, VFC2000HGA
Shimano Vanford FA
Spinning
82.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.61 out of 10
Ergonomics6.48 out of 10
Gear ratio6.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight155g / 5.47oz
Line retireve per crank81 centimeter / 31.89 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €184.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC2000HGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/195

Conclusion

Shimano Vanford FA C2000HGAX edges out Daiwa Emblem Surf 45 SCW Type R with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (81 centimeter / 31.89 inch) and the total score (8.2 out of 10). Still, Daiwa Emblem Surf 45 SCW Type R holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 15kg / 33,07lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Shimano Vanford FA C2000HGAX

  • 6.57 out of 10 (81 centimeter / 31.89 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques