Description
Shimano Stella SW 18000 HG D
The Shimano Stella SW 18000 HG D is built for anglers chasing the biggest and hardest-fighting fish on the planet. Combining Shimano's latest flagship technology with incredible cranking power, immense drag performance and legendary reliability, this is a reel designed for serious big game anglers who simply can't afford equipment failure.
The previous Stella SW 18000 C has been my personal choice for several years and has travelled with me around the world. I've fished it for Giant Trevally in Oman, huge Cubera Snapper in Panama, and, of course, Bluefin Tuna here in Jersey. Loaded with PE8 braid, it has proven to be an exceptional setup for everything I've asked of it. The new D Series builds upon that already outstanding platform, making one of the world's finest saltwater spinning reels even better.
For UK anglers, the Stella SW 18000 HG D is one of the ultimate choices for Bluefin Tuna, offering the perfect combination of power, line capacity and casting performance for large stickbaits, poppers and heavy metal lures. Overseas, it is equally at home tackling Giant Trevally, huge Amberjack, Giant Grouper, Dogtooth Tuna, Yellowfin Tuna and large Cubera Snapper, giving anglers complete confidence when targeting true bucket-list species.
The 5.7:1 High Gear retrieve offers an ideal balance between lure speed and winding power, allowing you to work surface lures efficiently while still having the torque needed when a fish dives deep or powers towards structure. Shimano's latest InfinityXross, Infinity Drive, Silent Drive, X-Protect and X-Shield technologies deliver remarkable smoothness under extreme loads, while the rigid HAGANE Body ensures maximum strength when every turn of the handle counts.
If you're looking for one reel that can confidently fish for UK Bluefin Tuna before heading overseas in search of the world's toughest saltwater species, the Shimano Stella SW 18000 HG D is one of the very best investments you'll ever make.
Key Features
- Shimano's flagship Stella SW D saltwater spinning reel
- Personally proven on the previous Stella SW 18000 C model for GTs, Bluefin Tuna and giant Cubera Snapper
- My preferred reel loaded with PE8 braid for serious big game fishing
- Outstanding choice for UK Bluefin Tuna
- Perfect for Giant Trevally, Amberjack, Giant Grouper, Dogtooth Tuna, Yellowfin Tuna and Cubera Snapper
- Powerful 5.7:1 HG gearing
- Retrieves approximately 129cm of line per turn
- Massive 30kg maximum drag
- InfinityXross gearing for exceptional durability
- Infinity Drive for effortless winding under heavy loads
- Silent Drive for ultra-refined smoothness
- HAGANE Body for maximum rigidity
- X-Protect and X-Shield for outstanding saltwater protection
- Built to withstand years of demanding offshore fishing
Specifications
- Gear Ratio: 5.7:1
- Weight: 885g
- Maximum Drag: 30kg
- Line Retrieve: 129cm per turn
- Bearings: 12+1
- PE Capacity: PE6-400m / PE8-300m / PE10-220m
Additional Info
| Bearings | 12+1 |
| Brand | Shimano |
| Line capacity | Pe8/300m |
| Ratio | 5.7:1 |
| Weight | 885g |
Refund Policy
Returns & Replacements
Returns to: Mr Fish Ltd, La Route De St Aubin, St Helier, Jersey, JE2 3SH
If products are faulty or do not conform to the description, you may return them within 28 days of receipt and you will be entitled to a replacement or full refund.
Mr Fish reserves the right to retain the costs of delivery where goods are returned for no cause.
We test every product returned. If it is found not to be faulty it will be returned to you with a postage and insurance charge not exceeding £3.95.
We advise you to check any products you suspect might be faulty before returning them.
We reserve the right to charge a repackaging fee on goods that are returned without their original packaging, this fee will not exceed £3.95.
You may return any unopened products within 7 days of receipt for a full refund. We will refund your payment card once we have received and processed the package.
Please allow up to 10 working days.
Delivery costs will only be refunded if the returned item is a result of our error. We reserve the right to charge a repackaging fee on goods that are returned without their original packaging, this fee will not exceed £3.50.