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DAIWA BG SW Spinning Reel
Daiwa's BG SW Spinning Reel combines legendary reliability with modern performance upgrades.
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Product Highlights
DAIWA BG SW Spinning Reel
Daiwa's BG SW Spinning Reel combines legendary reliability with modern performance upgrades. The gasket-sealed waterproof aluminum frame and body cover provide strength for serious gamefish.
Key improvements include the POWERDRIVE ENGINE with oversized DIGIGEAR for maximum pressure application, a reinforced POWERDRIVE ROTOR for smooth, flex-free rotation, and upgraded ATD TOUGH carbon drags for sustained, smooth pressure. The braid-ready spool eliminates the need for monofilament backing, while the soft-touch egg-shape handle knob ensures comfort during extended battles.
Built on the foundation that made the BG series an industry workhorse, the 26 BG SW delivers improved performance and proven reliability in a modern package.
Key improvements include the POWERDRIVE ENGINE with oversized DIGIGEAR for maximum pressure application, a reinforced POWERDRIVE ROTOR for smooth, flex-free rotation, and upgraded ATD TOUGH carbon drags for sustained, smooth pressure. The braid-ready spool eliminates the need for monofilament backing, while the soft-touch egg-shape handle knob ensures comfort during extended battles.
Built on the foundation that made the BG series an industry workhorse, the 26 BG SW delivers improved performance and proven reliability in a modern package.
Automatic Tournament Drag
ATD (Automatic Tournament Drag) is made of high-density woven carbon; Daiwa's innovative drag grease increases its viscosity right at drag start-up, which gives you minimal drag start-up inertia and a smoother drag right from the first hook up.
Solid Aluminum Body
Upgraded modernized aluminum frame and body cover designed to maintain structural rigidity under heavy loads. This heavy-duty metal housing reduces body flexing to protect the internal components and keep gears aligned.
Specifications
DAIWA BG SW Spinning Reel
- Type
- Spinning, Big Game
- Gear Ratio
- 5.7:1
- Max Drag
- Size 5000-6000-H: 26.4lb · Size 8000-14000-H: 33.1lb
- Bearings
- 5BB, 1RB
- Line Capacity
- Size 5000-H: 20lb/330yd · Size 6000-H: 30lb/330yd · Size 8000-H: 40lb/330yd · Size 10000-H: 50lb/330yd · Size 14000-H: 65lb/330yd
- Retrieve Rate
- Size 5000-H: 37.8in · Size 6000-H: 39.9in · Size 8000-H: 44.8in · Size 10000-H: 47.6in · Size 14000-H: 48.3in
- Weight
- Size 5000-H: 14.8oz · Size 6000-H: 16oz · Size 8000-H: 24oz · Size 10000-H: 24.3oz · Size 14000-H: 24.5oz
- Hand
- Either
- Spool Material
- Gasket-Lined, Anodized Aluminum
- Body Material
- Aluminum
Compare the Series
DAIWA BG SW Spinning Reel
| Spec |
5000-H
$199.99 |
6000-H
$199.99 |
10000-H
$229.99 |
14000-H
$229.99 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reel Type | Spinning, Big Game | Spinning, Big Game | Spinning, Big Game | Spinning, Big Game |
| Gear Ratio | 5.7:1 | 5.7:1 | 5.7:1 | 5.7:1 |
| Max Drag | 26.4lb | 26.4lb | 33.1lb | 33.1lb |
| Weight | 14.8oz | 16oz | 24.3oz | 24.5oz |
| Line Capacity | Mono: 14lb/280yd, 20lb/180yd · Braid: 20lb/330yd, 30lb/230yd | Mono: 14lb/340yd, 20lb/270yd · Braid: 30lb/330yd, 40lb/240yd | Mono: 20lb/420yd, 25lb/350yd · Braid: 50lb/330yd, 65lb/280yd | Mono: 25lb/390yd, 35lb/250yd · Braid: 65lb/330yd, 80lb/220yd |
| Retrieve | 37.8in | 39.9in | 47.6in | 48.3in |
| Bearings | 5BB, 1RB | 5BB, 1RB | 5BB, 1RB | 5BB, 1RB |
| Hand | Either | Either | Either | Either |
| Spool Material | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Body Material | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum |
Before you buy
Frequently asked questions.
Still unsure? Call +1-877-337-9591. You'll talk to a builder, not a sales rep.
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How is the BG SW different from the BG LT model?
While similar in aesthetics, the BG SW (Saltwater) and LT (Light & Tough) models are built on entirely different design platforms. The LT, exclusively in smaller sizes for light surf and inshore fishing, prioritizes using lightweight designs and components, the BG SW models encompass larger reel sizes and are built for power and durability.
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Can I spool braided line directly onto the BG SW without backing?
Yes. The anodized aluminum spool on the BG SW features a built-in rubber gasket arbor lining. Traditional aluminum spools are slick, requiring a layer of monofilament line underneath to stop slick braided lines from spinning freely around the core. This specialized rubberized ring grips the braid directly from your very first knot, letting you maximize the reel's full line capacity exclusively with braid.
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Is the BG SW completely waterproof or sealed?
The BG SW is water-resistant, not fully waterproof or submersible. It features a critical upgrade over past generations: a perimeter rubber gasket seal installed around the main body housing and the drag stack to act as a barrier against splashing waves, heavy spray, and wind-blown sand. However, it does not carry an official waterproof IPX rating and should never be dunked or held underwater.
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What is ICAST?
ICAST (International Convention of Allied Sportfishing Trades) serves as the official global launchpad for many reel releases. Held annually in July, ICAST is the world’s largest sportfishing trade show, where manufacturers debut their premier innovations for the upcoming season.
