Shimano 21 Sahara FJ C3000HGFJX vs Daiwa BG MQ 10000-HX

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Shimano 21 Sahara FJ, C3000HGFJ, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SHC3000HGFJ
Shimano 21 Sahara FJ
Spinning
70.50 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 drag9kg / 19.84lbs
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 sizeC3000HGFJ
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130
Daiwa BG MQ, 10000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10465-100
Daiwa BG MQ
Seafishing
60.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.66 out of 10
Ergonomics5.49 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight640g / 22.58oz
Line retireve per crank117 centimeter / 46.06 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €199.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/300

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sahara FJ C3000HGFJX edges out Daiwa BG MQ 10000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the line retrieve per crank (91 centimeter / 35.83 inch). Still, Daiwa BG MQ 10000-HX 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 Shimano 21 Sahara FJ and Daiwa BG MQ?

Shimano 21 Sahara FJ C3000HGFJX

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • 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