Given
Daiwa's expansion of their Saltwater
Reels, we've now dedicated three pages
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Conventional:
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Spinning: Dog
Fight, BG (Black Gold), Coastal &
Saltist Series...
Spinning: Dog
Fight, BG (Black Gold), Coastal &
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Daiwa
Saltwater Reels Daiwa produces some
excellent reels, and they've really done
some great things with their newest
additions to the line. This Japanese
manufacturer is very conservative, they are
slow to introduce new contraptions, but once
developed they stay with a winner. An
indication of this is the Black Gold
spinning series. I've been using these reels
since I lived back in Texas...that's since
1984! The BG series are, in my opinion, as
good a spinning reel you can buy for
anywhere near the selling price. The
conventional style SL20 and 30 baitcasters
are standards out here, and very well
regarded for their light line handling,
casting, and smooth drags. Diawa has
some very strong contenders in the saltwater
arena, and their new models really hit the
nail on the head. Frankly, Daiwa's quality
and innovation in reel design was one big
reason why we elected to move away from
Shimano's anti-competitive BS. Daiwa
represents a better competitive value, their
quality is quite evident and they allow us
to offer our clients a better value without
the anti-competitive routine of the folks
from Shimano. Within the Japanese market,
Daiwa has long been considered the best.
They don't build bikes, they build fishing
reels...properly.
Products represented on this page include:
Sealine-X
Saltist
Saltist Leverdrags
Saltist Levelwind
Saltiga
Saltiga Lever Drag -
NEW
Big Game Series
Please
note, you will see many spooling options for
the reels listed below. It's not our intent to
confuse folks, but you do have options here
unlike some places and we take pride in the
fact we can rig things according to your
needs, applications and preferences.
We have been pioneers in Super Braid / Spectra
rigging and we offer a few methods of rigging
the lines together beyond most retailers
capability, including the standard long range
Bimini to Albright knots, Served and Sato
connections. We do not use simple uni-to-uni
knots for connecting braid to leader, we take
the time to make a better knot, one that will
hold up over time and deal with larger fish.
Simpler knots don't work as well. You can see
videos of what we do on our YouTube channel -
CharkBaitUSA. We can upgrade that connection
to one of several options, the benefit with
those connections is that the diameter is
thinner and that allows the line to flow
through your rod's guides more smoothly, has
less resistance in the water and is
stealthier. If you have questions regarding
rigging, please give us a call or zap back an
email and we can go over things with you.
New Arrivals:
Daiwa Seagate Reels
now at both our Huntington Beach and San
Diego shops. Selling for $149 including
spooling.
Daiwa's new
2012 Seagate series reels are
basically a bit of a "tweener." They
share some of the same features that
have made their Sealine and Saltist
reels so very popular over the years.
The reels are a very reasonable $149,
and we do our part to enhance that
affordability factor stick by
including free mono spooling and free
shipping. The new reels have corrosion
proof composite frames and side
plates. You have helical cut bronze
gears for smooth powerful cranking,
all at a 6:1 speed. There are three
CRBB corrosion resistant bearings plus
a roller bearing, anodized aluminum
spool, and carbon fiber drag washers.
There's even a centrifugal spool
brake! Very solid features and specs
coupled with a reasonable price point
make the new Seagate reels something
well worth considering.
Seagate Series
Price
Bearings
Gear
Ratio
Capacity
SGT 20H
$149.95
3
6.1:1
14/350, 20/210
SGT 30H
$149.95
3
6.1:1
20/295, 25/230
SGT 35H
$149.95
3
6.4:1
20/300, 25/240
SGT 40H -
$149.95
3
6.4:1
25/400, 30/280
SGT 50H -
$149.95
3
6.4:1
30/350,
40/310
Free
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Daiwa
Sealine Reels!
One of the best values in
sportfishing!
Daiwa's
Sealine X series are a wonderful group of
reels, have been for years now. The spool
disengages when you cast, so the freespool
performance is excellent. The drags are
reliable and sound, and I've been aboard
the Red Rooster when a fellow took the
jackpot with a tuna over 110 pounds - so I
know they are sound pieces, solid, capable
performers.
The
reels are excellent for tossing iron or
bait. Reels in this series reels feature
Super Speed Shaft for longer casts (like a
neutral), selectable centrifugal casting
brakes, waterproof sealed drags -
waterproof, fast gearing, tough marine
bronze and stainless gears, aluminum
spool, composite frame and sideplates, rod
clamp... For 2006 Daiwa upgraded the reel by
adding improved CRB bearings for enhanced
corrosion resistance.
Sealine X Series
Price
Bearings
Gear
Ratio
Capacity
SLX
20SHA
$119.95
3
6.1:1
12/420, 20/210
SLX
30SHA
$119.95
3
6.1:1
20/295, 25/230
SLX
40HA
$119.95
3
4.9:1
25/350, 30/300
SL
X40 SHA -
$119.95
3
6:1
25/350, 30/300
SLX
50HA
$119.95
3
4.9:1
30/380, 50/220
SL
X50 SHA -
$119.95
3
6:1
30/380, 50/220
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Daiwa
Saltist Star Drag Reels FREE
BRAID & FREE SHIPPING
While
we were indeed sorry to see the old series of Saltist star drag
reels go away, I've got to say we are more than pleased to see the
new ones arrive and now we've had sufficient time to fish 'em
(especially since two of the guys at the shop own 'em) to know they
are excellent reels to own.
The New Saltist Black Gold reels share some common
features, such as a one piece aluminum frame and sideplate, four
CRBB (corrosion resistant ball bearings) plus roller bearing. One of
the big changes is the finish of these reels. They are now anodized
instead of painted (yes, the older series had a painted finish, very
good but not as good as an anodized finish when it comes to wear).
The drag has also been upgraded to Daiwa's Ultimate Tournament
carbon drag which provides increased drag performance. There's an
infinite anti-reverse, machined aluminum spool and a centrifugal
anti-backlash control, and all the reels have clickers! There are
some significant upgrades on these reels, making them an even better
value than the older models. Pricing has not changed dramatically
from the older series, and that's some very good news, too!
Model
Capacity
Mono (yds)
Capacity
Spectra
Bearings
Max
Drag
Gear Ratio
Line Retrieve
per Crank (")
Weight
in ounces
Price
STTBG20H
320 @ 15#
300 @ 30#
4 BB/1RB
15.4#
6.1:1
35
16.5
$179
STTBG30H
295 @ 20#
280 @ 50#
4 BB/1RB
15.4#
6.1:1
41
17.2
$179
STTBG35H
240 @ 25#
360 @ 50#
4 BB/1RB
19.8#
6.4:1
48
21.1
$189
STTBG40H
270 @ 30#
400 @ 65#
4 BB/1RB
19.8#
6.4:1
48
22
$199
STTBG50H
310 @ 40#
500 @ 65#
4 BB/1RB
19.8#
6.4:1
48
22.7
$209
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Daiwa
Saltist Reels!
Daiwa
Saltist Series - winners of the 2009 ICAST
Best Saltwater Reel Honors, the
new Saltist Lever Drag and Big
Game Series and Spinning reels. The new
reels are all here, with the exception of
two larger Saltist casting sized lever drags
(40/50). Those will be arriving in
November/December.
The newest
from Daiwa, Saltist Leverdrag Two
Speeds...earned top honors at ICAST
BEST
NEW SALTWATER
REEL 2009!
Daiwa
Saltist Lever Drag Single Speed & 2 Speed Reels!
Daiwa
introduced a new series of saltwater
reels based upon their very popular and well
designed Saltist series of cast aluminum
reels. These new reels offer some features
sure to please anglers looking to combine both
speed of retrieve and cranking power.
Certainly Daiwa took a look at what Avet's
been up to for the past few years and came to
the realization that spectra has changed the
game in favor of the use of smaller gear for
bigger fish - if that gear is up to the
challenge. Daiwa also upgraded the drag
material to a carbon fiber design (again more
like Avet's been offering on all their reels).
Daiwa states that the reels will have 13-17#'s
of drag with freespool, and button down at
22-26#'s of drag. Pretty impressive specs if
they can live up to that level of performance.
They also feature 6 bearings, and a 6.3:1 &
3:1 gear ratio. All in all, it appears that
Daiwa will have some winners on their hands
with the new Saltist Lever Drag reels.
Introduced at the same time as
the two-speed LD's, Daiwa produced the same
reels in a single speed form. These single speed reels all share
a 6.3:1 gear ratio, and 13#'s of drag measured
at strike with freespool performance
(manufacturer's spec). Like the 2-speeds, the
little 20 will hold about 325 yards of 15# and
210 of 20# mono, the larger 30 size will hold
295 yds of 20# and 230 of 25# line. The 40
holds 270 yds of 30# mono, the 50 holds 310
yds of 40#. Pictured Right: the 40 & 50 size
Saltist 2 speed. Daiwa also introduced a
narrow 40, the model 35. It shares all the
same features of the 40, size of drag...but
in a skinnier form. Wonderful size for use
on a jig stick.
For
the folks demanding even higher gear ratios,
folks going vertical jigging or for use with
surface iron targeting cruising yellowtail,
Daiwa introduced a higher speed version of
the single speed reels. These are burners,
with a 7.3:1 gearing. You sacrifice some
power by going so fast, but the benefit of
the faster retrieve may produce some more
bites for you since there are those fish
that go nuts for the fast wind, and the
action produced on a jig can indeed benefit
with a touch more speed. The red trimmed
high speed reels fit a narrower application,
may not be the way to go for folks fishing
bait for instance, but if you're seeking a
more dedicated jigging reel these are great
options.
Daiwa Lever Drags
- Excellent Casting, Super Drags, and we're
tossing in something you'll love!
FREE
BRAID & FREE SHIPPING
Daiwa's
lever drag reels have proven their worth, with excellent drag
performance, good construction gear ratio options as well as two speed
capability. Add to that affordability and value and you have a darn
nice piece to own. We're doing our part to make ownership even easier
to rationalize by offering a $40 plus inducement to you. With purchase
of a Daiwa LD series reel we're tossing in FREE Super Braid Spooling. Very good product, and superior value,
and in the case of purchase with a Daiwa LD reel, you get the spooling for free! Folks, that's a hard proposition to walk away from me
thinks.
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Reels range in price from $229 to $349. Please
click the drop down menu below to check model
prices.
Daiwa Star Drag Saltiga
Here's a
superior statement in reel design and
execution from Daiwa. The Saltiga reels
represent Daiwa's finest effort, the ultimate
combination of workmanship, quality parts and
construction, and a reel that's every bit as
fishable as it is stunningly attractive.
It's a gorgeous blend of royal blue and
chrome, machined perfection that fits in your
hand.
The reels are over-built, excellent strength,
and even better engineering. They're a
natural for spectra backing and a mono
top-shot.
The
newest Saltiga star drag reels feature machined
aluminum one piece frame and side plates and
rod clamps, six ball bearings, infinite
anti-reverse, a spool click selector and a
centrifugal anti-backlash control...like the
smaller offerings. The larger reels offer a
4.9:1 gear ratio. The 40 holds 270 yards
of 30# mono, the 50 handles 310 yards of 40#
mono. The new 30 Tall holds 300 yds of 20# or
200 of 30#. But, with reels built this
strongly, Spectra is encouraged. That
way you've got some serious line capacity to
deal with the bigger fish these fishing reels
were made to tame. They are every bit as
beautiful on the inside as they are on the
outside. They're very capable
performers, powerful fishing reels indeed!
Daiwa
has also introduced a surf fishing variant
based upon the Saltiga 30. The new reel uses a
counter balanced handle, has slightly
different cosmetics and like all Saltigas, has
great casting, excellent machining and
effective drags.
Price includes
FREE Spectra spooling.
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Features
- simple, one touch gear shift mechanism providing both speed and power
- six CRBB corrosion resistant ball bearings
- offset power handle with soft touch grip
- massive stainless steel gears - helical cut for power and smoothness
- machined aluminum frame and left sideplate
- machined aluminum spool
- centrifugal casting brakes
- machined aluminum rod clamp
- precision ratchet anti-reverse
20 & 30 size below
Daiwa 35 above, and below
Model Number
Action FW / SW
Bearings
Gear Ratio Hi / Low
Line Per Handle Turn Hi / Low
Wt. (oz.)
Line Capacity (Lb. Test / Yards)
Drag Max Strike / Full
Lever
Drag 2-Speed Conventional
SALD20-2SPD
- / L
6 CRBB
6.3:1 / 3.1:1
37.2 / 18.0
18.30
12/420, 14/350,
20/210 BRAID: 40/260, 50/200
13.2 / 26.0
SALD30-2SPD
- / ML
6 CRBB
6.3:1 / 3.1:1
37.2 / 18.0
18.80
14/490, 20/295,
25/230 BRAID: 40/380, 50/280
13.2 / 26.0
SALD35-2SPD
- / ML
6 CRBB
6.3:1 / 3.1:1
46.9 / 22.8
25.30
20/300, 25/240,
30/200 BRAID: 40/600, 50/360
28.0 / 40.0
SALD40-2SPD
- / M
6 CRBB
6.3:1 / 3.1:1
46.9 / 22.8
25.50
25/400, 30/270,
40/240 BRAID: 40/660, 50/490
28.0 / 40.0
SALD50-2SPD
- / MH
6 CRBB
6.3:1 / 3.1:1
46.9 / 22.8
26.40
30/350, 40/310,
50/220 BRAID: 40/840, 50/630
28.0 / 40.0
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As we've previously stated, Daiwa had a great showing at the
tackle industry's big trade show held in July. They took the
show for saltwater reels, and that was the firm's focus for
2009 and 2010. This is clearly demonstrated in their new
Saltist Series of small lever drag, spinning and their
newest Big Game reels which grace the #1 spot of this week's
specials.
Daiwa's new big game lever drags
seriously update their tried and true 20 and 30 series
trolling/casting reel line. The
new reels feature a push button shifter (for the 2 speeds)
and offer bullet-proof reliability while trolling, and they
can spin with the best of 'em for casting duty, too!
The reels feature stainless steel gears, seven CRBB
corrosion resistant ball bearings, with dual carbon fiber
discs. The new reels have Daiwa's Infinite Spin feature
which provides excellent free spool performance for maximum
casting and live bait presentation. They use a main shaft
bearing stabilizer which prevents excess side pressure on
spool bearings, regardless of drag tension. Their all
aluminum frame and left sideplate are one solid piece for
added strength. They also have a Zaion corrosion-proof drag
lever, and rugged dual point gear shaft support. Their
machined aluminum spool is designed for extended line
capacity, and come with an aluminum rod clamp.
Model
Bearings
Gear Ratio
Line per Turn
Weight
Max Drag w/ Freespool
Capacity
Price
STTLD20T2SP
7 CRBB
4.7/1.7:1
41.8"/15.1"
37.4oz
15.4
40#/350yds
$349.95
STTLD30T2SP
7 CRBB
4.7/1.7:1
41.8"/15.1"
38.5oz
15.4
50#/340yds
$359.95
STTLD20TH1
7 CRBB
5.1:1
45.4"
34.9oz
15.4
40#/350yds
$249.95
STTLD30TH1
7 CRBB
5.1:1
45.4"
36.2oz
15.4
50#/340yds
$259.95
20 Size Single Speed
30 Size Two-Speed
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Daiwa
Saltist Series Star Drag Levelwind!
The Saltist
Series of reels have proven themselves the best in their class. The
right combination of quality construction, excellent performance,
saltwater proven components. Now the same level of quality is
available in a levelwind reel!
The reel has all the same features in terms of construction as the standard
Saltist, but with the addition of the levelwind and addition of two CRBB bearings for a total of four instead of 2 CRBB and 2 BB on the
non-levelwinds (so that's a change for the better). Maybe they'll
spin a bit less, but they'll require less regular maintenance.
Rugged all metal construction with rigid one-piece
aluminum frame Four CRBB shielded corrosion-resistant ball
bearings and a roller bearing High strength alloy gears
Up to 30% greater winding power Super drag with up to 22#'s of
drag max Dual anti-reverse systems Dual position power handle
Aluminum rod clamp included
MODEL
BEARINGS
GEAR RATIO
WEIGHT
CAPACITY MONO
CAPACITY SPECTRA
Price
STTL20H
4 CRBB, 1 RB
6:1
18.5 OZ
15#/280
40/260, , 50/200
$169.95
STTL30H
6:1
19.4 OZ
20/290
40/380, 50/280
$179.95
STTL40
4.9:1 and 6.4:1 for High Speed
version
23.6 OZ
25/400, 30/270
40/660, 50/490
$189.95
STTL50
24. OZ
30/350, 40/310
40/840, 50/630
$199.95
Saltist
Levelwind LINE COUNTER REELS
For those who need accurate depth data, for
use with downriggers, targeting salmon and
other species. The need for a line counter
exists. Daiwa offers the best reels we've
seen in this respect, they're not toys, not
compromised fishing instruments, but with
respect to Daiwa's LC reels you have
something well worth fishing for many years
to come. Rugged and dependable, with the
right features for YOUR particular style of
fishing.
It
took me a while to warm to this product, multi-colored lines have
earned a pretty poor review over the past years. But, it seems to me
the folks at Daiwa have a good thing going with their version of a
"super braid." Their Saltiga Braided line is a bit different
from the norm. It's a "super line" along the lines of PowerPro,
Izor, Jerry Brown... The thing that sets it apart is that it's
actually a darn good version of the super braid genre, and it offers
bottom fishing anglers a nice advantage. It's a five color line,
providing a distinct color break each 10 meters and with five and
one meter indicators so you know your depth with accuracy. It's a
smooth braid, not the stiff coated stuff you've come to dislike...
It really does have more of a feel like Izor or JB. It is an 8 braid
line, of thin diameter. It's not stiff, with an non-abraisive coating. It will deal with line
guides more kindly that at least one popular braided line we know
of. Daiwa introduced this line as part of it's
Dendoh style power assist reels which were designed to fish deep.
But, this accessory product has a great future ahead on any reel
who's owner happens to do some bottom fishing.
We stock the line in reel filling 300 and 500
meter lengths as well as bulk spools of 1800 meters.
Daiwa Accessory Reel Seat Clamp
Here's something that many guys have been waiting for. I
know Max here at the shop has been bugging me about this
since ICAST. Daiwa showed off a wonderful accessory at the
show, a reel clamp that fits most reel on the market.
While it was made to fit their Saltiga 15-50, Saltist
20-50, Leverdrag 20-50, Levelwind 20-50 and Line Counter
20-50 (excluding their Big Game Series). As you can see
from the images, we put one on a little Luna 300, and she
fit! There will be a broad range of application. The piece
features a couple spacers to allow a better match for
different reels and rods. It's a very nice piece of
aluminum, strong, well finished, sleek and smooth. It's
very much a precision product, and could be something
you've been looking for. They're not cheap, but they're
darn good!
Luna 300
Saltist 30T
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