Shimano Sedona FJ C3000HGFJX vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 25000X

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Shimano Sedona FJ, C3000HGFJ, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SEC3000HGFJ
Shimano Sedona FJ
Spinning
74.70 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.18 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight245g / 8.64oz
Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €52.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC3000HGFJ
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A, 25000, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, SRG25000SWA
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
87.20 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.4:1
Maximum drag20kg / 44.09lbs
Weight960g / 33.86oz
Line retireve per crank113 centimeter / 44.49 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €319.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size25000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/420

Conclusion

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 25000X edges out Shimano Sedona FJ C3000HGFJX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the ball bearings (7). Still, Shimano Sedona FJ C3000HGFJX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 91 centimeter / 35.83 inch and a weight of 245g / 8,64oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Sedona FJ and Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A?

Shimano Sedona FJ C3000HGFJX

  • With a score like 8.37 out of 10 (245g / 8,64oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 8.6 out of 10 (91 centimeter / 35.83 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish