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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