Daiwa Gekkabijin X LT Spinning Reel, 4.8:1 Gear Ratio, 11 lbs Drag

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Item weight: 0.01 Kilograms
Product dimensions: 7.95 x 5.79 x 4.37 inches

Quick take

A lightweight finesse spinning reel with a four point eight to one gear ratio and i-type light knob sized for small lures.

This Daiwa spinning reel is a size 2000 light-game model with a 4.8:1 gear ratio that picks up about 63 cm of line per handle turn. It weighs 7.1 oz, carries 5 ball bearings plus one roller bearing, and its drag tops out at 11 lbs. Anglers who work light lures on finesse setups and want a compact reel with a high-grip i-type handle knob will find it a natural fit.

Best for

Finesse fishing with small soft plastics and light lures
Freshwater panfish and small stream trout
Anglers seeking minimal reel weight

Skip if

You fish heavy baits or target large freshwater species
You need fast line recovery

Strengths

Four point eight to one gear ratio is optimized for finesse; lighter touch on small lures
Weight of 7.1 oz reduces hand and arm fatigue significantly
High-grip i-type light finesse knob fits small hands

Trade-offs

Four point eight gear ratio is slow; takes many cranks to recover line
Eleven pound drag is light, suitable only for small fish
Small line capacity limits use on fast-action water

Fishing fit

Water: Freshwater
Techniques: Finesse
Skill level: Intermediate

Specifications

Specifications
Type	spinning reel
Gear ratio	4.8:1
Bearings	5 ball + 1 roller
Max drag	11 lbs
Weight	7.1 oz
Handle length	1.8 in
Line capacity	3-150 nylon or 0.4-200 braid

Updated 17 October 2026