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SHIMANO · Electric Reels
Shimano Plays Electric Reel, 1000, 5.1:1 Ratio
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Size: 1,000
Capacity: String Volume: Pe3, 400 M/4, 300 M/5, 200 M
- String Volume: Pe3, 400 M/4, 300 M/5, 200 M
- String Volume: Pe3, 300 M/4, 250 M not in 1,000
- Item weight
- 2.73 Pounds
- Product dimensions
- 8.27 x 6.69 x 4.92 inches
Quick take
Motorized 1000-size electric reel for deep jigging and bottom fishing from boats.
The Shimano 17 Plays 1000 is an electric reel for deep-water and boat fishing, built around a motor that does the heavy winding. It has a 5.1 gear ratio, a 22 lb maximum drag and a 21.3 oz body, and it holds PE 3 line at 400 m. A free-spool feature and a 2.4 inch handle suit anglers working deep rigs from a boat.
Best for
- Deep-water bottom fishing
- Extended jigging sessions
- Multi-hour fishing without fatigue
Skip if
- You fish from shore
- You prefer manual operation
Strengths
- Electric motor eliminates cranking fatigue
- Smooth 5.1 ratio retrieves line steadily
- Maximum drag 22 lbs handles heavy bottom structure
Trade-offs
- Battery dependency requires charging
- Complex motor repair beyond angler skill
Fishing fit
- Water
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Jigging
- Bottom fishing
- Skill level
- Advanced
Specifications
| Type | electric reel |
|---|---|
| Size | 1000 |
| Gear ratio | 5.1:1 |
| Max drag | 22 lbs |
| Weight | 21.3 oz |
| Bearings | 9 total |
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