Daiwa SS Tournament 5.1:1 Long Cast Whisker Spinning Reel - SS1300 review and price compare 2025

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Product overview

Brand	Daiwa
Material	Stainless Steel, Aluminum, Graphite
Color	Black
Handle Material	Aluminum
Item Weight	0.7 Pounds
Bearing Material	Stainless Steel

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Super smooth drag
Lifetime bail spring
Long cast machined spool
Cut proof SiC line roller
Three stainless steel ball bearings

product description

Winner of two Bassmaster Classics, this reel features Daiwa's revolutionary Long-Cast technology providing 10% longer casts, a smoother oversized micro-adjustable drag, and a Worm gear levelwind for perfect line winding. 3 stainless steel bearings, an Aluminum Spool and a super strong Whisker graphite body makes it one of the favorites among fishermen. Capacity: 165 yds. 8 lb. test.

product details

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7 x 6 x 7 inches; 11.2 Ounces
Item model number ‏ : ‎ SS1300
Department ‏ : ‎ Unisex-adult
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ August 30, 2007
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Daiwa
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B000W34O52

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***WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead or DINP, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.***

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Questions about Daiwa SS Tournament 5.1:1 Long Cast Whisker Spinning Reel - SS1300

is your ss1300 for sale made in japan?

Answer: So Far...ALL of the SS reels I have purchased are made in Japan. I believe this line is manufactured only in JApan

Answer: No the new Daiwa SS Tournament is made in Thailand, but the quality is always the same as the old one. Only the old Daiwa SS tournament was are made in japan.

Answer: Sorry my ss1300 is not for sale

Answer: No sir , I still use them, 4 of them were made from Japan. 1 made from Thailand was dump in dumpster

Is this a saltwater reel Daiwa ss1300

Answer:

Answer: Had one for many years for salt water fishing ..... fabulous reel!

Answer: yes I use in saltwater all the time. I needs to rinsed off of course.

Answer: You can use it. Just rinse well when done and clean and oil regularly. They are bulletproof with a little maintenance. I have one that’s 20 years old.

Is the Daiwa ss 1300 right or left handed retrieve? Does the ss 1300 reel offer the feature to switch the reel handle to either side?

Answer: Yes you can switch to handle either way. It also has a folding handle which allows you to put it in a boot sleeve without taking the real off

Answer: It has the ability to switch to switch from right handed to left handed retrieve.

Is this daiwa for saltwater

Answer: Yes. It is saltwater safe. It has been a favorite of saltwater guides in the Florida Keys for years, decades actallly. The entire line is saltwater capable.

Answer: Not specifically. I've taken it out in the gulf and it performs very well. You should always make sure to rinse the reels off after exposure to salt. If you maintain your equipment, you'll be okay. With that said, this is not a "saltwater" reel.

Answer: My two brothers and I are current and past guides here in Florida on the Gulf coast. This is the only reel we have used over the past 30 years and they are the most reliable best balance and toughest reels out there. From the 1300 for Red fish /Trout to big Jacks. Easy drag to maintain. The 1600 for Grouper. We like to fight our fish not just crank them in. It's not the most fancy reel out there but when push comes to shove I'm fishing this one.

Answer: I think it would work very well for saltwater just like any other piece of equipment it needs to be cleaned after use

Answer: The SS1600 would work for smaller ocean fish. Most are probably used in fresh water.

Answer: No it is for freshwater

I have a 700 ss do they make a smaller version

What is the maximum drag on the 1300?

Answer: I believe it's about

where do i find an extra spool for this reel?

Answer: Great question. I've only got the one that came with the package. Maybe check the daiwa site.

Does an extra spool come with this?

Answer: No, mine did not come with an extra spool. I love this reel! I use it for steelhead fishing!

Answer: No.

Answer: No it does not

Can i use 30 lb braid on it

Answer: I use 20 lb braid with a little mono backing but i have used 30 and it worked ok. I found 30 to be heaver than i needed.

Product reviews of Daiwa SS Tournament 5.1:1 Long Cast Whisker Spinning Reel - SS1300

richard : Five Stars

there great

Jcchevy1 : Quality

Great reel one of my favorite very well made and looks great

Abdul Hadi Nasution : Four Stars

it work well.. i tried it for bottom and jigging

Troy Holtrey : Last a lifetime

30 years ago, my father and I both bought this real. Both were in perfect working order and I used them every year I went to Florida to fish. I lost both of them and replaced them with 2 new ones. Found the old ones and now I have 4 outstanding reels. Not a bad problem.

M.M. : Five Stars

This is exactly what my Husband wanted!

Scott : One Star

Does not have anti-reverse

Amazon Customer : My favorite reel in over 50 years fishing

My favorite reel in over 50 years fishing. Perfect medium weight for trout, bass, panfish. Its smooth and casts a mile.
Has anti reverse and a great drag. The handle is reversible and folds up for transport. Love this reel!

K9comet : Legendary

This reel has been in Daiwa's inventory since the '80s. It's that good. If you could only have ONE reel, this would be it.

Your Mom : Standardizing on these high value performers.

I bought the SS 700 for a Med Light 7'6 Ugly Stick Elite rod w. 6 lb test mono line and a SS1300 for a Med Heavy 7'6 St. Croix rod with 20lb braid and both match perfect - cast a mile, awesome drags, solid performance, smooth reeling - perfect for walleye, northern, trout, salmon, all the mid/large freshwater species. I am standardizing on these reels. Wish they had a 500 for my 6'6 ultralight rod!

Robin A Forehand : husband loves it!

I ordered this for my husband, and he loves it! Just the right weight, for his fishing needs! He is using it in salt water.

Floyd R. : 1300 Daiwa

Very satisfied, the drag works perfectly

Cheato : Impressed

Long time Fisher. Mostly use bait cast reels due to past quality issues in the 90's. Well diawa has a great reputation and an even better product. I mounted on a light weight rod and it works awesome. Flawless. will buy again

M.M. : Five Stars

This is exactly what my Husband wanted!

Kenny Sutch : Old reliable

I think this reel is great for what it is. An extremely reliable reel. Great for taking back country. Never worry about it failing when in remote locations. I WISH it had an instant anti reverse. I wont buy another because I think for around 100 bucks you can buy a better reel these days. I would place the value of this reel with its outdated technology at around $59 bucks.

Charlie D : Five Stars

Best reel made, a real workhorse

Your Mom : Standardizing on these high value performers.

jerrold s. : Great real.

I really like this real, bought 2 of them. I noticed the one negative review said it doesn't have an anti-reverse. Both of mine have anti-reverse.

Tüschi 31 : I love this reel

I love this reel, and like to go fishing on very big fish. Perfect Quality. Daiwa thank you very much.

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