Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P vs Shimano Vanquish FC C5000XGCX

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Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P, left and right hand, Surfcasting Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10711-455
Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P
Seafishing
79.60 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.7 out of 10
Ergonomics5.61 out of 10
Gear ratio4.1:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight555g / 19.58oz
Line retireve per crank88 centimeter / 34.65 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €209.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size-
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/300
Shimano Vanquish FC, C5000XGC, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, VQC5000XGC
Shimano Vanquish FC
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.27 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:2
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight220g / 7.76oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €429.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC5000XGC
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/120

Conclusion

Shimano Vanquish FC C5000XGCX edges out Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the gear ratio (6.2:2). Still, Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P and Shimano Vanquish FC?

Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P

  • Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure

Shimano Vanquish FC C5000XGCX

  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.