Product Comparison: Shimano NAS2500FB vs Shimano ‎SH2500FI


General Specifications
About the Product
NASCI is an exciting, powerful spinning reel with unparalleled gear durability at its price point. Incorporating upgraded drag, X-Ship and Hagane Gear. It's a great choice for everything from light freshwater to medium saltwater applications.
The new Sahara is a powerful spinning reel with unparalleled durability at its price point. Incorporating X-Ship and HAGANE Gearing in its G-Free Body, and available in sizes from 1000 through 5000, it offers performance and value that will appeal to novice and experienced anglers alike.
Brand
Shimano
Shimano
Model
NAS2500FB
‎SH2500FI
Origin
Japan
Japan
Key Specs
Braid Line Capacity
150/10, 145/15, 100/30
150/10, 145/15, 100/30
Type
Spinning
Spinning
Reel Size
2500
2500
Bearings
4 + 1
4 + 1
Mono Line Capacity
200/6, 140/8, 120/10
200/6, 140/8, 120/10
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Shimano NAS2500FB Spinning Reel
  • It's a really good reel. It’s smooth and handles well.
  • Light, responsive. I really like the way the drag is easy to set.
  • Smooth action, excellent drag.
  • Love this reel. Light weight, lots of drag, perfect for any inshore fish.
  • Great quality, good design.
Shimano ‎SH2500FI Spinning Reel
  • Reel is nice, spins freely.
  • Holds plenty of 20lb braided line.
  • Very good quality and dependable.
  • I have 8 and 10 lb lines loaded and the reels work well with them.
  • I love the feel of this reel. Very smooth running.
Size & Weight
Height
4 in.
4 in.
Weight
8.8 oz.
8.8 oz.
Width
5 in.
5 in.
Depth
3 in.
3 in.
Drag
Max Drag
20 lb.
20 lb.
Drag Type
Front Drag
Front Drag
Drag Adjustment
Lever
Lever
Drag Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
What customers say about "Drag"
Shimano NAS2500FB Spinning Reel
  • The smooth action, super strong and smooth drag!
  • Reel has a fantastic drag system, easily took care of getting the fish in.
  • The drag is well built and overall seems like a quality reel.
  • Very nice reel. Very smooth on retrieve with a nice smooth drag.
  • The drag is smooth and the build quality is solid.
Shimano ‎SH2500FI Spinning Reel
  • The drag is smooth and progressive.
  • Works smooth. Drag works great.
  • Love this reel. Super smooth casting and drag.
  • Smooth drag and overall exceptional performance.
  • I love this reel it’s so smooth and cast far and the drag is great.
Features
Gear Ratio
5.0 : 1
5.0 : 1
Retrieve Rate
29 in.
29 in.
Anti-Reverse Feature
No
No
Type Of Crank
Single-grip
Single-grip
Reel Handle Position
Left / Right
Left / Right
Extras
Hagane Gear, X-Ship, Core Protect, G Free Body, AR-C Spool
Hagane Gear, X-Ship, G Free Body, XT 7 Body material
What customers say about "Features"
Shimano NAS2500FB Spinning Reel
  • This reel is clearly superior in function and looks!
  • Very smooth cast and retrieval and practically sealed like salt water reels.
  • This reel is light and compact.
  • Smooth operation, and great a fast line retrieve.
  • It runs smoothly and precisely.
Shimano ‎SH2500FI Spinning Reel
  • Smooth, well made and lightweight.
  • Spins super smooth and casts are smooth with mono and braided.
  • Very good product and very high quality for the price.
  • Small size with great performance.
  • Very good reel offers unprecedented fishing comfort.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
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Manufacturer
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