Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 PGX vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX

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Shimano 21 Stradic SW, 6000 PG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 51SF42M061A
Shimano 21 Stradic SW
Seafishing
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.77 out of 10
Gear ratio4.6:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight440g / 15.52oz
Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €267.10
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/190
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT, 1000D-XH, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10418-106
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
84.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.6 out of 10
Ergonomics6.45 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight165g / 5.82oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €180.40
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000D-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 PGX edges out Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (83 centimeter / 32.68 inch) and the total score (9.5 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 6.2:1 and a ergonomics of 6.45 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Stradic SW and Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT?

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 PGX

  • A line retrieval (per crank) of 83 centimeter / 32.68 inch helps bringing in line quickly, making it great for repositioning or working topwater baits