Daiwa 20 Crosscast 45 SCW QD Reel

Name: Daiwa 20 Crosscast 45 SCW QD Reel
Brand: Daiwa
Price: 108.99 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (64 reviews)

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5 Things To Know

It uses a 45mm big pit spool profile, which is designed around long-cast line release.
The Slow Cross Wrap system helps lay line evenly on the spool for more controlled casting.
At 610g, this is better suited to regular big-pit setups and 12ft carp rods than short stalking rods or compact margin fishing.
The 5000C and 5000LD spool options let you choose between shallow and deeper line capacity.
The reel retrieves up to 104cm per handle turn, so it can pick up line quickly if needed.

Product Information

The Daiwa 20 Crosscast 45 SCW QD Reel is a big pit carp reel aimed at anglers who want long-cast reel design and quick drag control without moving into Daiwa's top-tier reel ranges. It sits around a 45mm spool profile, a format associated with distance-focused carp fishing.

The key design point is the combination of Slow Cross Wrap line lay and an LC-ABS spool. Daiwa states that the reduced oscillation and double lip spool profile are intended to lower friction during line release, helping the reel support cleaner casting.

Two spool formats are covered by the range: the shallow 5000C QD and the deeper 5000LD QD. The shallow version takes 300m of 0.35mm line, while the deeper version takes 530m of 0.35mm line for anglers who need more capacity.

The reel uses a 4.9:1 ratio and retrieves up to 104cm per handle turn. It is also built around a 15kg drag, 3 ball bearings, DS4 body components, Digigear II, Twistbuster 2 and a metal HIP line clip. For carp anglers comparing big pit reels, the Crosscast 45 SCW QD is best understood as a distance-orientated front-drag reel with practical line capacity choices. It suits anglers who want Daiwa long-cast features in a more accessible package for regular carp sessions.

Features and Specifications

Feature	What this means
QD Quick Drag	Quick Drag lets you switch from free spool to your pre-set fighting drag in a fraction of a turn. Set your drag once at the start of the session and you can flick between bite indication mode and fighting mode instantly.
DS4 Body, Rotor and Side Plate	DS4 is Daiwa's engineering grade composite material. Using it for the body, rotor and side plate keeps the overall weight reasonable while maintaining the rigidity needed under load. A good material choice for this price range.
Digigear II	Digitally designed gear system with precisely machined teeth for smoother meshing. Less play in the gears means a more direct, solid feel on the handle, and better durability over the long term.
LC-ABS Spool	Long Cast ABS spool with a reverse taper lip profile that controls line flow during the cast. It prevents that annoying crack-off from a loose coil of line catching, and helps keep casts consistent.
Twistbuster 2 Line Roller	Daiwa's anti-twist line roller that reduces line twist on the retrieve. Less twist means fewer tangles and more consistent casting performance, particularly important if you are using braid.
Metal HIP Line Clip	Daiwa's High Impact Polymer clip in a metal housing. Holds line firmly without causing damage, which is critical for reliable distance work session after session.
Air Rotor	A lighter rotor design that reduces the rotating mass. This makes the reel feel more responsive and reduces the initial inertia when you start to wind, which is noticeable during long sessions.