Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX vs Daiwa 23 Saltiga 6000-HX
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Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
93.60 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio5:3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight275g / 9.7oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €215.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 FJ
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 180/1.8

Daiwa 23 Saltiga
Seafishing
72.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.83 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight400g / 14.11oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings12
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €777.77
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size6000-H
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.43/150
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 Saltiga 6000-HX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) and gear ratio (5:3:1). While Daiwa 23 Saltiga 6000-HX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 21 Sustain and Daiwa 23 Saltiga?
Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX
- Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5:3:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
- 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
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