Shimano Sahara FJ C 5000 XGX vs Daiwa 24 TANACOM S 500J (U)

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Shimano Sahara FJ, C 5000 XG, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SHC5000XGFJ
Shimano Sahara FJ
Spinning
70.00 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight305g / 10.76oz
Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €74.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC 5000 XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/175
Daiwa 24 TANACOM S 500J (U), right hand, Electric Multi Reel, Star Drag, 10807-500
Daiwa 24 TANACOM S 500J (U)
Multireels
86.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio3.58:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight800g / 28219oz
Line retireve per crank55 centimeter / 21654 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €599.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size-
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/500

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 TANACOM S 500J (U) edges out Shimano Sahara FJ C 5000 XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (8.6 out of 10). Still, Shimano Sahara FJ C 5000 XGX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 105 centimeter / 41.34 inch and a gear ratio of 6.2:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara FJ and Daiwa 24 TANACOM S 500J (U)?

Shimano Sahara FJ C 5000 XGX

  • A high retrieve rate of 10 out of 10 (105 centimeter / 41.34 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly