SHIMANO Socorro SW Heavy Duty Saltwater Fishing Reel

Nice one smooth

Everything I expected from Shimano, a strong, robust & smooth reel that casts beautifully.

I have tried many different makes of reels over the years, and I've been looking for a new reel for a few weeks now . Shimano is the only make ill now have , doesn't matter what manufacturers tell you shimano are the best. I've got two big penn surfblasters for sea fishing which are a good strong reel for salt water but you can tell they're not. Shimanos. Couple of cons no line clip on spool and handle doesn't fold

Didn’t expect it from Shimano so low in quality

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I have used this reel multiple times over the past few months after purchase for onshore surf fishing. So far no issues. I have the 6000 model and spooled with 30lb braid with an 8ft top shot. I have used this for both light and heavy presentation. It held up and preformed extremely well. No change in smoothness or stability. The reel is very light and comfortable but yet feels very strong and stable. One thing I want to mention is that handle in not a screw in like the higher end model Shimano reels. It is an older style where the handle shaft goes through the reel and locked in with a screw on the reel cap. Handle also doesn't fold and the line capacity is a little slim. I suggest backing this reel with Braid line and topping it with either mono or flouro. Despite that this reel is AWESOME! Would I buy another? The answer is absolutely!

Strong built, good drag and works like a charm! Plenty of power. Very smooth and nice feel! Thank you!

shimano quality recommended

Reel appears to be as advertised. Havent used it as yet but looking forward to doing so.