For The Daiwa Saltist There's Also The BackBay & MQ "Monocoque" Models!

Saltist 8000 Features-
Magsealed line roller & main shaft (filled w/Magnetic Oil above the spindle).
"Hard Bodyz" body & side covers.
Light weight Air Rotor design.
Air Bail is lightweight stainless-not aluminum.
Protected by waterproof ATD Drag System.


Saltist Stats (The Black w/Gold Series Are The Larger Sizes)-
Comes in sizes of- 2500/3000/4000/4500/5000/6500/8000.
Gear Ratio- 5.3:1.
Line per Handle Turn- 53.3in per turn.
Weight- 30oz.
Max Drag- 33lb (11lb More Than My New 4500).
Ball Bearings- 9 Total (8CRBB) "Corrosion Resistant Ball Bearings & 1 Roller
Bearing.

Monofilament Capacity-
20lb (0.45mm) 500m (550yd)
25lb (0.50mm) 400m (440yd)
30lb (0.55mm). 340m (370yd)

Braid Capacity-
65lb 540m (590yd)
80lb 400m (440yd)
100lb. 300m (330yd)

So What Do I Like About It So Far?
Seems well built. Looks are sharp. Feels good in my hands. Colors are visually appealing. The weight for the size feels about right. The box isn't flimsy like most. Compartmentalized well internally. Great care was taken in the packaging. Good max drag for surf casting to plugging. Extremely smooth do to the bearing count. Interesting that the bail is SS over aluminum. Should limit accidental bending from usage due to its weight. Love the extremely thick bail wire.

So What Don't I Like About It So Far?
Can't find the warranty card. External size seems slightly exaggerated.

Nice review.