Shimano Sahara FJ 1000X vs Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD 3010 / Double crankX

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Shimano Sahara FJ, 1000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SH1000FJ
Shimano Sahara FJ
Spinning
57.00 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.32 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight205g / 7.23oz
Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €63.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/170
Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD, 3010, left and right hand, Match & Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10406-310
Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD
Feeder And Match
90.30 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.94 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight300g / 10.58oz
Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €292.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3010
  • Handle typeDouble handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.26/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD 3010 / Double crankX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara FJ 1000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and total score (9.03 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara FJ 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD 3010 / Double crankX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara FJ and Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD?

Shimano Sahara FJ 1000X

  • Landing a score of 8 out of 10 (4+1) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency

Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD 3010 / Double crankX

  • This reel provides steady retrieval 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch (6.29 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios