Shimano Vanford FA C3000HGAX vs Daiwa Emblem Surf 45 SCW Type R

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Shimano Vanford FA, C3000HGA, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, VFC3000HGA
Shimano Vanford FA
Spinning
89.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.61 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €184.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC3000HGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130
Daiwa Emblem Surf 45 SCW Type R, left and right hand, Surfcasting Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10711-456
Daiwa Emblem Surf 45 SCW Type R
Seafishing
71.80 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.66 out of 10
Ergonomics5.5 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight630g / 22.22oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch
Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €199.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size-
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/300

Conclusion

Shimano Vanford FA C3000HGAX edges out Daiwa Emblem Surf 45 SCW Type R with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) and the total score (8.94 out of 10). Still, Daiwa Emblem Surf 45 SCW Type R holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 4.9:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Vanford FA and Daiwa Emblem Surf 45 SCW Type R?

Shimano Vanford FA C3000HGAX

  • 8.1 out of 10 (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish