Shimano Sedona FJ 1000FJX vs Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX

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Shimano Sedona FJ, 1000FJ, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SE1000FJ
Shimano Sedona FJ
Spinning
55.50 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.28 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight215g / 7.58oz
Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €52.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000FJ
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II, 8II, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Lever Drag, SPM8II
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II
Multireels
67.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.61 out of 10
Ergonomics5.53 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1/4.1:1
Maximum drag8kg / 17.64lbs
Weight525g / 18.52oz
Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €183.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8II
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 20/200

Conclusion

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX edges out Shimano Sedona FJ 1000FJX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch) and the durability (8.61 out of 10). Still, Shimano Sedona FJ 1000FJX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.0:1 and a ball bearings of 3+1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Sedona FJ and Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II?

Shimano Sedona FJ 1000FJX

  • 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 Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX

  • With a high retrieve rate of 9.13 out of 10 (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery