Shimano 21 Sahara FJ C3000HGFJX vs Daiwa GS LTD 3000X

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 GS LTD
Spinning
27.40 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.66 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight305g / 10.76oz
Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €83.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/220
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Sahara FJ C3000HGFJX clearly outshines Daiwa GS LTD 3000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and gear ratio (6.2:1). While Daiwa GS LTD 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sahara FJ C3000HGFJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 21 Sahara FJ and Daiwa GS LTD?
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
- With a great drag score 9.2 out of 10 (9kg / 19,84lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- 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.
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