Shimano Talica II 12IIAX vs Shimano Sahara FJ 2500X

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Shimano Talica II

Multireels

86.80 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs

Weight730g / 25.75oz

Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €519.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size12IIA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 20/350

Shimano Sahara FJ

Spinning

65.40 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability7 out of 10

Ergonomics6.2 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight240g / 8.47oz

Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch

Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €63.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Conclusion

Shimano Talica II 12IIAX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara FJ 2500X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (104 centimeter / 40.94 inch) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara FJ 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Talica II 12IIAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Talica II and Shimano Sahara FJ?

Shimano Sahara FJ 2500X

Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
With a score like 8.4 out of 10 (240g / 8,47oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.