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Daiwa · Round Baitcasting Reels
Daiwa Light SW X IC Bait Reel, 6.3:1, Counter, 11 lbs Drag
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Style: L (Left Handle)
- L (Left Handle)
- R (Right Handle)
- Item weight
- 0.3 Kilograms
- Product dimensions
- 5.98 x 5.2 x 3.54 inches
Quick take
A lightweight saltwater conventional reel with an integrated counter that tracks line depth during jigging and vertical fishing.
This compact Daiwa baitcasting reel has a built-in line counter that reads depth in 10 cm steps, plus an alarm that sounds at 1 m intervals once the line passes 5 m. It weighs about 9.6 oz and brings in roughly 27 inches of line per handle turn, with 11 lbs of maximum drag. Its shallow spool is made for thin braided PE line, which suits anglers who want to repeat a depth when jigging from a boat.
Best for
- Saltwater jigging and vertical fishing techniques
- Anglers who fish specific water depths
- Light to medium saltwater game fish
Skip if
- You need a high drag capacity for larger fish
- You prefer spinner or overhead casting reel styles
Strengths
- Integrated counter shows exact line depth for precise vertical presentations
- Six point three to one gear ratio balances speed and power for jigging
- Compact 9.6 oz weight allows long jigging sessions without arm fatigue
Trade-offs
- Eleven pound drag limits use on large saltwater species
- Conventional reel design requires skill to avoid backlash
- Small 1.4 inch spool diameter limits line capacity
Fishing fit
- Water
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Jigging
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | conventional reel |
|---|---|
| Gear ratio | 6.3:1 |
| Max drag | 11 lbs |
| Weight | 9.6 oz |
| Spool diameter | 1.4 in |
| Handle length | 3.9 in |
| Bearings | 5 ball + 1 roller |
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