Shimano 22SAHARA

Shimano 22SAHARA

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€54.05

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SizeC2000S / 2500 / C3000DH
Gear ratio5.0:1 (all sizes)
Weight210 g
Max drag3 kg

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Description

SAHARA is Shimano's entry-level general-purpose spinning reel, built to carry the brand's core drivetrain feel down to an accessible price point. It uses a high-rigidity resin body so the frame resists flex under load and protects gear mesh, a metal handle to avoid power loss through flex, Shimano's HAGANE cold-forged drive gear, and a Silent Drive assembly that removes internal play for a quieter, smoother retrieve. The handle uses the screw-in fixing found on higher-end Shimano reels rather than a cap-fixed design, and the AR-C spool's reverse-taper ring shape is aimed at longer casts with fewer line tangles.

This listing covers three sizes. 2500: gear ratio 5.0, actual drag 3.5kg / max drag 9kg, self-weight 240g, spool 46.5/14.5mm, max retrieve 73cm/turn, 55mm handle, 4BB+1 roller. C3000DH: gear ratio 5.0, actual drag 3.5kg / max drag 9kg, self-weight 265g, spool 46.5/14.5mm, max retrieve 73cm/turn, 40mm handle, 4BB+1 roller. C2000S: gear ratio 5.0, actual drag 2kg / max drag 3kg, self-weight 210g, spool 42/12mm, max retrieve 66cm/turn, 45mm handle, 4BB+1 roller.

Japanese product name: サハラ (22サハラ).

Specs

Reel type: Spinning
Size: C2000S / 2500 / C3000DH
Gear ratio: 5.0:1 (all sizes)
Max drag: 3 kg
Weight: 210 g
Model: 22 Sahara

Shipping & returns

Packed in Japan and shipped with tracked international delivery. Duties and taxes may apply at checkout depending on destination. Eligible returns are covered — see the shipping page for timelines.

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The numbers

Full spec sheet

Reel type: Spinning
Size: C2000S / 2500 / C3000DH
Gear ratio: 5.0:1 (all sizes)
Max drag: 3 kg
Weight: 210 g
Ball bearings: 4+1
Best for: Entry-level general-purpose spinning across freshwater and light saltwater
Target species: Flathead, Bream, Mulloway, Largemouth Bass, Trout
Model: 22 Sahara

Information

The drivetrain

A high-rigidity resin body resists flex under load to protect gear mesh, while Shimano's HAGANE cold-forged drive gear and Silent Drive assembly remove internal play for a smoother, quieter retrieve than typical entry-level reels.

What it's built for

A general-purpose spinning reel suited to a wide range of freshwater and light saltwater lure and bait fishing, from ponds and estuaries to light rock and beach fishing, sized from the compact C2000S up to the 2500 and C3000DH.

How it fishes

The AR-C spool's reverse-taper ring shape is aimed at longer casts with fewer tangles, and a screw-in handle fixing, rather than a cap, keeps the reel feeling solid through repeated casting and retrieving.

Spools and spares

Pair the C2000S with light rock or area tackle on 2–4 lb line, and the 2500 or C3000DH with a general-purpose spinning rod on 6–10 lb line for estuary and light beach fishing.

Before you buy

Straight answers

How is it priced?

We give you the cheapest available price, as we get it directly from the distributors. You pay what an angler in Japan pays, plus postage.

When does my order leave Japan?

Orders are packed in Japan and handed to Japan Post within 3 to 5 business days. You get a tracking number by email the moment it ships.

How long does delivery take?

10 to 20 business days on Standard (tracked) or Economy, or 3 to 7 business days on Express EMS with tracking and insurance. Every option is priced at checkout before you pay.

Will I be charged import duty or tax?

VAT is collected at checkout, so there is nothing to pay on delivery for standard orders.

Is it genuine Japanese stock?

Yes. Every item is the Japanese domestic release with the original JAN barcode, sourced from an authorised Japanese distributor, never grey imports or marketplace resellers.