Shimano FX 1000 FCX vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX
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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

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
61.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.68 out of 10
Ergonomics5.76 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight450g / 15.87oz
Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €205.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000 XG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150
Conclusion
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX clearly outshines Shimano FX 1000 FCX, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.68 out of 10) and ball bearings (6). While Shimano FX 1000 FCX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano FX and Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A?
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
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
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