Shimano 21 Sahara FJ 2500SHGFJX vs Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX

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Shimano 21 Sahara FJ

Spinning

64.90 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.2 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight240g / 8.47oz

Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €63.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500SHGFJ
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/120

Shimano Torium

Multireels

83.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.8 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag14kg / 30.86lbs

Weight845g / 29.81oz

Line retireve per crank116 centimeter / 45.67 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €289.90
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size50HGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.7/429

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX edges out Shimano 21 Sahara FJ 2500SHGFJX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the maximum drag (14kg / 30,86lbs). Still, Shimano 21 Sahara FJ 2500SHGFJX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 91 centimeter / 35.83 inch and a weight of 240g / 8,47oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Sahara FJ and Shimano Torium?

Shimano 21 Sahara FJ 2500SHGFJX

With a score like 8.4 out of 10 (240g / 8,47oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
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