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Daiwa · Star Drag Conventional Reels
Daiwa Saltist Star Drag High Speed Reel, 40H, 6.4:1 Gear Ratio
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Size: 40H
- Item weight
- 7 Ounces
- Product dimensions
- 9"L x 7"W x 5"H
Quick take
A compact star drag reel designed for saltwater jigging and live-bait fishing, with high-speed recovery.
The Daiwa Saltist 40H is a right-hand star drag conventional reel with a machined aluminum frame and an anodized finish for saltwater use. Its 6.4:1 gear ratio is quick enough for jigging, and it runs on four ball bearings plus a roller bearing. It holds 30 lb mono at 270 yards or 65 lb braid at 430 yards, a fit for offshore and heavy bait work.
Best for
- Live bait fishing in saltwater
- Vertical jigging over deep structure
- Conventional tackle lovers
Skip if
- You need a lighter reel; this is built heavy-duty
- You fish freshwater bass tournaments
Strengths
- Fast freespool allows long casts with live bait
- High-speed gear ratio picks up line quickly
- Anodized aluminum resists saltwater corrosion
Trade-offs
- Heavier than modern baitcasters
- Star drag system takes practice to master
- Large size makes it hard to travel with
Fishing fit
- Species
- Offshore pelagics
- Bottom fish
- Striped bass
- Water
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Jigging
- Trolling
- Bottom fishing
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | star drag reel |
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| Model | SALTIST40H |
| Gear ratio | 6.4:1 |
| Drag capacity | 25 lb |
| Bearings | 4 CRBB + 1 roller |
| Line capacity | 30/270, 40/240, 50/490 lb/yd |
| Material | Machined aluminum, anodized |
Facts
| Reel size | 40H |
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