Penn Battle III 3000X vs Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R

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Penn Battle III, 3000, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, BTLIII3000, 1518032
Penn Battle III
Spinning
72.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.73 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag6.8kg / 14,99lbs
Weight330g / 11.64oz
Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €96.10
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/180
Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R, Surfcasting Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10710-455
Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R
Seafishing
54.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.88 out of 10
Ergonomics5.51 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight625g / 22.05oz
Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40.55 inch
Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €125.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size-
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/300

Conclusion

Penn Battle III 3000X edges out Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) and the durability (7.73 out of 10). Still, Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R holds its own with strengths like a weight of 625g / 22,05oz and a ergonomics of 5.51 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Penn Battle III and Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R?

Penn Battle III 3000X

  • 8.4 out of 10 (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.