Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 PGX vs Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF

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Shimano 21 Stradic SW, 8000 PG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 51SF42P081A
Shimano 21 Stradic SW
Seafishing
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.47 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight650g / 22.93oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €270.40
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275
Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF, 4000, left and right hand, Pilk Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 14-55400
Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF
Spinning
51.70 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.7 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.5:1
Maximum drag-
Weight370g / 13.05oz
Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandCORMORAN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €32.10
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/270

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 PGX clearly outshines Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (13kg / 28,66lbs). While Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Stradic SW and Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF?

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 PGX

  • A drag score of 6.22 out of 10 (13kg / 28,66lbs) provides solid stopping power for typical inshore or light offshore fishing
  • Scoring 8.14 out of 10 (650g / 22,93oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.