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Daiwa 25 Steez Limited CT SV TW: A Lighter Bait Finesse Reel for Rigs Under 5 g
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The Daiwa Steez CT SV TW is a hugely popular bait finesse reel; the 2019 model was hard to find for a long time. Now there is a Limited version, the 25 Steez Limited CT SV TW, which is lighter and more responsive than the 19 model and handles rigs under 5 g.
Key features
G1 duralumin spool
The 30 mm spool is made from G1 duralumin and is 23% lighter than before. Lower inertia means the spool responds faster, which helps light lures get up to speed and cast well.
High gear
It is the first CT model with an 8.5:1 gear ratio, retrieving 80 cm per turn. It is designed for light lures and rigs, where fast turnaround matters, such as Texas rigs.
New star drag
A newly shaped aluminium star drag designed to be easier to operate.
New TWS
The T-Wing System reduces resistance as line goes out. Its opening is about 46% larger than on the 19 model, and a DLC (diamond-like carbon) coating lowers friction.
Daiwa technology
Ultimate Casting Design
Made up of four elements, Zero Adjust, line guide, brake and spool, all aimed at better casting. The line guide technology also helps prevent line trouble, so you can cast with less worry about backlash.
Hyper Drive Design
Keeps the reel performing like new for longer. It consists of Hyper Drive Digigear, Hyper Double Support, Hyper Armed Housing and Hyper Tough Clutch, and gives smooth winding as well.
Specs
| Spec | 70XH (right) / 70XHL (left) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 160 g |
| Retrieve per turn | 80 cm |
| Gear ratio | 8.5 |
| Nylon capacity | 8 lb 25–50 m / 10 lb 20–40 m |
| PE capacity (Japanese size) | 1.0-120 m / 1.5-80 m |
| Handle length | 85 mm |
| Bearings | 12/1 |
| Max drag | 4.5 kg |
| Spool | 30 mm diameter, 21 mm width |
| Saltwater | Compatible |
| Price (excl. tax) | ¥82,500 |
Summary
- Limited version of the popular Steez CT SV TW, for rigs under 5 g
- G1 duralumin 30 mm spool, 23% lighter
- First CT with 8.5:1 gear, 80 cm per turn
- New TWS with a 46% larger opening and DLC coating
- ¥82,500 before tax
ABOUT ME
Born in 1994. Originally from Hyogo Prefecture, I moved to Iwata City in Shizuoka Prefecture in search of the sea. I am an Enshunada surf angler who enjoys surf fishing. I am also active on YouTube, and my fishing grounds range from Irago to Iwata.
