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Daiwa Saltist Heavy Action 5.3:1 Spinning Reel SALTIST8000
Daiwa Saltist Heavy Action 5.3:1 Spinning Reel SALTIST8000
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Daiwa Saltist Heavy Action 5.3:1 Spinning Reel SALTIST8000
SPECIFICATIONS: Retrieve: Reversible | Gear Ratio: 5.3:1 | Bearings: 8 (1MBB+7CRBB)+ 1 | LPT: 53.3" | Capacity (yds/lb): 550/20, 440/25, 370/30 J-BRAID: 730/50, 590/65, 440/80 | Max Drag (lb): 33.0 | Weight (oz.) 30.0 | MPN: SALTIST8000
Daiwa's all new Saltist Spinning Reels have taken a huge step forward from their predecessor! These all aluminum reels have been rebuilt from the ground up and have been outfitted with Magsealed technology. The main shaft and line roller are both mag sealed. Daiwa has also put a mag sealed ball bearing into the 4500 and larger size reels along with seven CRBB corrosion resistant ball bearings. The 4000 and smaller sizes have 8 CRBB.
The Saltist Spinning Reels also have a powerful waterproof carbon drag system and excellent anti-reverse system to prevent the reel from failure when fishing in harsh saltwater environments. The result is a spinning reel that can stop angry fish and is super smooth. Add in an Air bail, digitally cut gears, an aluminum power handle and a braid ready ABS spool and the Saltist will take your fishing experience to new heights! If the Daiwa BG Spinning Reel is the best bang for your buck, the Saltist is the luxury version. It's an amazing series with inshore and nearshore/offshore models.
***Please note: Picture represents the Series of reel for sale, not the actual reel. Please see item specifications and description for the actual item for sale.
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I ordered the Saltist 8500 sight unseen for an upcoming surf fishing trip . Not having done much what could be considered " serious " surf fishing in over 20 years , I wasn't very well versed in the reel sizes. I changed my mind after some more research ( Daiwa tends to run large ) , and decided that the 6500 would be better for my needs ( mainly drum / rockfish ) . American Legacy was able to make the change last minute and refunded the difference without a hitch. Thanks guys!
The reel itself looks great . Reel is smooth and robust , drag adjustment is positive . Time will tell once it actually sees some salt water this Fall