Daiwa's completely redesigned Saltiga LD Single Speed Conventional Reel represents the pinnacle of lever drag conventional reel engineering — the smoothest, most powerful, and most dependable lever drag platform available for saltwater anglers targeting yellowtail, tuna, white seabass, and big game species from inshore to offshore and the canyons. Built on a one-piece machined aluminum frame and side plate for precise bearing and gear alignment, reduced flex, and maximum power transfer under the fiercest fights. 

Key Features

• One-Piece Machined Aluminum Frame & Side Plate — Machined from a single piece of aluminum for precise alignment of bearings and gears; eliminates the flex and binding that occurs with multi-piece frames under heavy drag loads; delivers amazingly smooth performance even during the fiercest battles.
• 6CRBB + 1RB Bearing System — 6 corrosion-resistant ball bearings plus 1 roller bearing; CRBB placement at key saltwater exposure points for long-term smooth operation in offshore saltwater environments.
• Lever Drag System — Precision lever drag mechanism for smooth, consistent drag pressure across the full drag range; lever drag allows instant, precise drag adjustment during the fight without losing position on the drag setting.
• 40 lb Maximum Drag (28.6 lb Strike) — LD35H, LD35JH, and LD40H models rated at 28.6 lb strike / 40 lb maximum drag for yellowtail, tuna, and big game species requiring maximum drag pressure.
• 47" Line Per Turn Retrieve — 6.3:1 gear ratio delivers 47" of line per handle turn on the LD35H and LD40H models for fast, powerful retrieves on large fish.
• Handle Options by Model — LD35H and LD40H feature soft-touch rubber handles for fast, comfortable retrieves; LD35JH jigging model features a long T-style offset aluminum power handle for maximum leverage and comfort during extended jigging sessions.
• Saltiga Executive 5-Year Warranty & Free Clean/Service — Industry-leading 5-year limited warranty against manufacturing defects plus a free 5-year clean and service for the original owner; expedited return shipping (2nd Day Air or Priority Mail) included.

Product Specifications

Model Selection Guide

• SAGLD35H — Standard LD35 single speed with soft-touch rubber handle; best for yellowtail, tuna, and white seabass on 20–25 lb mono or 65–80 lb braid in inshore to near-offshore applications. 23.1 oz.
• SAGLD35JH (Jigging) — LD35 jigging variant with T-style offset aluminum power handle for maximum leverage during extended jigging sessions; optimized for 30–40 lb braid jigging applications targeting yellowtail and tuna. 21.7 oz — lighter than the standard 35H for reduced fatigue during jigging.
• SAGLD40H — Larger LD40 single speed with soft-touch rubber handle; best for heavier applications requiring more line capacity (65–80 lb braid, 480–350 yd) for larger tuna, amberjack, and big game species in offshore and canyon applications. 24.5 oz.

Saltiga Executive 5-Year Warranty & Service Program

Daiwa's Saltiga Executive Warranty is the best warranty program in the conventional reel market. Every Saltiga LD purchase includes:

• 5-Year Limited Warranty against manufacturing defects with proof of purchase; expedited service pending parts availability; free expedited return shipping (2nd Day Air or Priority Mail).
• Free 5-Year Clean & Service for the original owner with proof of purchase; reels returned in a special Saltiga signature bag within 1 business day of arrival at the Daiwa Service Department; free expedited return shipping included.
• Applies to all US model Saltiga reels with valid proof of purchase (2020 Saltiga Spinning, 2020 Saltiga LD, and all previous Saltiga spinning and Star Drag models).

Best For

• Yellowtail — One-piece aluminum frame and 40 lb max drag handle the sustained runs of large yellowtail; 47"/turn retrieve on the 6.3:1 gear ratio for fast line recovery after long runs; LD35JH jigging model optimized for yellowtail on iron and live bait jigging.
• Tuna & Big Game — LD40H with 65–80 lb braid capacity and 40 lb max drag for tuna and big game species in offshore and canyon applications requiring maximum line capacity and drag power.
• White Seabass — Lever drag precision allows instant drag adjustment during the initial run of large white seabass; one-piece aluminum frame provides the rigidity needed for sustained pressure on large fish in kelp and structure.
• Offshore Jigging — SAGLD35JH with T-style power handle and 30–40 lb braid capacity for offshore jigging applications targeting yellowtail and tuna; lighter weight (21.7 oz) reduces fatigue during extended jigging sessions.

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