Shimano Sahara FJ 4000 XGX vs Shimano Ocea Jigger 4000 HGX

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Shimano Sahara FJ, 4000 XG, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SH4000XGFJ
Shimano Sahara FJ
Spinning
78.00 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.07 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight280g / 9.88oz
Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €71.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000 XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180
Shimano Ocea Jigger, 4000 HG, right hand, Jigging Saltwater Fishing Reel, Star Drag, OCEAJG4000HG
Shimano Ocea Jigger
Multireels
90.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight791g / 27.9oz
Line retireve per crank117 centimeter / 46.06 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €509.60
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.8/494

Conclusion

Shimano Ocea Jigger 4000 HGX edges out Shimano Sahara FJ 4000 XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (9.04 out of 10). Still, Shimano Sahara FJ 4000 XGX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 99 centimeter / 38.98 inch and a weight of 280g / 9,88oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara FJ and Shimano Ocea Jigger?

Shimano Sahara FJ 4000 XGX

  • With a score like 8.13 out of 10 (280g / 9,88oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • A high retrieve rate of 9.4 out of 10 (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly