23 Sedona

Shimano Sedna — Spinning Reel

Serious fishing performance at a value price.

The Sedna delivers dependable, real-world performance without the premium price tag. A favorite among beginner anglers and a solid backup for veterans, this reel punches well above its class — carrying core technologies borrowed from Shimano's higher-end models.

Smooth, Quiet Winding — Silent Drive

At the heart of the Sedna is Silent Drive, a technology found on many of Shimano's premium reels. Every drive-related component — the drive gear, worm shaft, worm shaft pin, worm shaft gear, and oscillating gear — has been re-engineered to eliminate tiny gaps, rattle, and play inside the reel. The result is remarkably smooth rotation and quiet, refined winding. (Silent Drive available on all sizes except 500.)

Built Tough — HAGANE Concept & HAGANE Gear

The HAGANE Gear is cold-forged for high precision and strength, with no cutting applied to the tooth surface. Paired with a rigid, high-strength resin body that protects the gear mesh under heavy load, the Sedna resists flex and delivers direct, powerful cranking — a perfect match for today's low-stretch PE line fishing. The more you use it, the more its true value shows.

Rigid Body & Metal Handle

A high-strength resin body stays true under load, protecting the internal gearing and preventing power loss. The metal handle is shaped to resist flex, transferring every bit of your cranking power straight into the retrieve — so you stay in control even when fighting bigger fish.

Longer Casts, Fewer Tangles — AR-C Spool

The AR-C Spool features a unique reverse-taper lip design that smooths line release on the cast. This "line rectifying effect" boosts casting distance while reducing line tangles at the same time — and it works with nylon, fluorocarbon, and PE lines alike.

Better Balance — G-Free Body

The G-Free Body shifts the reel's center of gravity closer to your hand by repositioning the oscillating mechanism higher in the body. This improves rod balance, reduces fatigue over repeated casts, and sharpens rod control.

Corrosion Resistance

Durable coatings and anodized (alumite) treatment protect against saltwater and wear, keeping both looks and performance intact over time — with extra rust protection on the spool where line makes direct contact.

Durable Handle Knob

A long-lasting rubber handle knob maintains grip and resists wear, peeling, and surface stickiness even after extended use — sized and shaped to match each reel model.

A Size for Every Style of Fishing

From the 500 (finesse light game — aji, mebaru, trout) up to the C5000XG (light shore jigging and coastal big game), the Sedna lineup covers a wide range of gear ratios and sizes to suit both newcomers and experienced anglers.

Key Technologies: HAGANE · HAGANE Gear · Silent Drive · G-Free Body · AR-C Spool