Shimano FX 1000 FCX vs Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX
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Shimano FX
Spinning
46.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.25 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight225g / 7.94oz
Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch
Ball bearings3
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €18.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size1000 FC
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW
Seafishing
63.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.71 out of 10
Ergonomics5.79 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight425g / 14.99oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings6+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €213.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size6000D-H
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.24/300
Conclusion
Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX clearly outshines Shimano FX 1000 FCX, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.71 out of 10) and ball bearings (6+1). While Shimano FX 1000 FCX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano FX and Daiwa 23 Caldia SW?
Shimano FX 1000 FCX
- Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
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