2017 BUYER’S GUIDE
5. Daiwa Steez SV TW
LH
Cool features: The Steez has always set the benchmark for an elite high-end
reel, and now it benefits from Daiwa’s T-Wing level-wind for longer casts and
the shallow, free-floating SV spool, which is said to reduce backlashes further.
Price: $499.95
overall weight: 5.5 ounces
Ball bearings: 13
Retrieve speeds: 6.3:1/7.1:1
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6. Daiwa Zillion SV TW
LH
Cool features: It’s been redesigned into a more compact package and fea-
tures Daiwa’s cool T-Wing level-wind line guide and SV free-floating, shallow
spool designed for casting light baits with ease – and without backlashes.
Price: $299.95
overall weight: 6.9 ounces
Ball bearings: 9
Retrieve speeds: 6.3:1/7.3:1
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