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Daiwa US

DF18000

$79.99

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Description

The all-new Daiwa DF18000 is an improvement on the heavy-action spinning reel popular with so many jetty and surf anglers as well as diehard catfish fishermen. It’s a no-nonsense workhorse designed to sink barbs and simply catch fish. The DF18000 features all-new cosmetics and a new rubber touch handle. It also features a stainless-steel main shaft, fully anodized corrosion brakes, and 3.4 gear ratio. The weight is close to 30 ounces and it has a fairly high retrieve thanks to the diameter of the big spool. It holds a good deal of line with 39.4 inches per crank. Its monofilament capacity is an astounding 460 yards of 20 pound test and 320 yards of 30 pound test; for J-Braid, the spool holds 600 yards of 50 pound test and 450 yards of 65 pound test. Maximum drag is 33 pounds.

Fishing Profile

Spinning Reel
Best for
Inshore, Catfish, Inshore Saltwater
Techniques
Casting
Size30 oz (851 g)
SeasonYear Round
WaterSaltwater

Field Notes

A heavy-duty spinning reel built for surf, jetty, and catfish fishing where strong drag and high line capacity matter. It’s suited to casting larger baits or rigs and handling hard-running fish in saltwater or big-water freshwater situations.

Pros

  • High line capacity for mono and braid
  • Strong 33 lb maximum drag
  • Corrosion-resistant components for saltwater use
  • Fast line pickup with 39.4 inches per crank

Cons

  • Heavy at about 30 oz
  • Large reel size may be overkill for light tackle

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