Shimano Stella SW D Reel

Description

The Shimano Stella SW D 10000 HG is a saltwater spinning reel built for versatility, handling everything from surface lure casting for tuna to mechanical jigging for deep-water predators. Its 5.6:1 gear ratio allows precise work with stickbaits and poppers while still offering the power to pull a large pelagic away from structure. The reel uses HAGANE construction and the InfinityDrive system, which supports the pinion gear with a low-friction bush to reduce rotational resistance and boost torque, making the handle easier to turn even under maximum drag. The cold-forged HAGANE gear pairs with InfinityXross to distribute load more efficiently across the gear teeth, doubling gear life compared to earlier designs, while the rigid aluminium HAGANE body eliminates flex so cranking energy goes directly into fighting power. For long battles with heat and friction, the Heat Sink Drag vents heat away from the spool and drag washers, reducing drag fade by up to 50 percent and keeping the 25 kg of stopping power consistent. The XX-Tough Drag uses larger carbon washers for reliable pressure, and the X-Protect and X-Shield systems, with an IPX8 water-resistance rating, use a labyrinth structure and gaskets to keep the internal brass gears and shielded A-RB bearings safe from saltwater. This reel is a serious investment, but for anglers who want one tool that never feels outmatched by the sea, it offers high-speed recovery and substantial winching power in a single package. - Model: Stella SW 10000 HG (STL10000SWDHG) - Retrieve: Right/Left Hand Interchangeable - Gear Ratio: 5.6:1 (High Gear) - Max Drag: 25 kg (55 lbs) - Weight: 670g - Bearings: 13 + 1 (S A-RB) - Line Retrieve Per Crank: 116 cm - Braid Capacity (lb/yds): 50-360, 65-290, 80-220 - Mono Capacity (mm/m): 0.40/300, 0.47/210, 0.52/160 - Technology Highlights: InfinityDrive, Heat Sink Drag, SilentDrive