Shimano Cardiff 401A vs Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag
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Shimano Cardiff 401A
Multireels
48.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.72 out of 10
Ergonomics6.24 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02 lbs
Weight337g / 11.89oz
Line retireve per crank56cm / 22.05 inch
Ball bearings4 A-RB + 1 RB
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €95.30
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size401
- Handle typeDouble handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationLeft
- Line capacity monofil0.30mm-325m / 0.35mm-270m / 0.40mm-215m 12lb-330yds / 14lb-250yds / 20lb-165yds

Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag
Spinning
42.60 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag-
Weight370g / 13.05oz
Line retireve per crank92cm / 36.22 inch
Ball bearings1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €17.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofil0.30mm/220m
Conclusion
Both Shimano Cardiff 401A and Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag score below average overall, indicating some compromises in total score and durability. If you must choose between them, Shimano Cardiff 401A offers a slight edge in weight, while Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag may still be worth considering depending on specific preferences.
What's the difference between Shimano Cardiff 401A and Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag?
Shimano Cardiff 401A
- Scoring 8.88 out of 10 (337g / 11.89oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
- A 7 out of 10 (4 A-RB + 1 RB) ball bearing gives a smooth performance across most typical fishing situations
Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag
- 8.7 out of 10 (92cm / 36.22 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
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