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Since 9 October 2026
Black Cat Shadow Cat Reels
Lowest in-stock price
£42.99
from Total Fishing Tackle
Compared across 2 shops
, with 2 currently in stock
Product Information
For catfish work, the Black Cat Shadow Cat Reels pair a graphite body and rotor with an aluminium spool, CNC-machined aluminium handle and stainless-steel main shaft.
Stainless-steel and carbon drag washers sit alongside 6 + 1 ball bearings, while the ergonomic power handle gives the reel its positive winding grip.
A 4.3:1 gear ratio runs throughout the range, with 18kg drag power on the 6500 and 8000, rising to 22kg on the 10000. The 6500 holds 255m of 0.42mm line or 370m of 0.35mm line, and retrieves 44cm per turn.
The 8000 weighs 680g and takes 275m of 0.50mm line or 390m of 0.42mm line, retrieving 48cm per turn. At 737g, the 10000 holds 330m of 0.55mm line or 500m of 0.50mm line, with a 52cm retrieve.
Features and Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Gear ratio | 4.3:1 |
| Drag power | 18kg on 6500 and 8000; 22kg on 10000 |
| Weight | 624g, 680g or 737g by model |
| Retrieve rate | 44cm, 48cm or 52cm by model |
| 6500 line capacity | 255m/0.42mm or 370m/0.35mm |
| 8000 line capacity | 275m/0.50mm or 390m/0.42mm |
| 10000 line capacity | 330m/0.55mm or 500m/0.50mm |
| Body and rotor | Graphite |
| Spool and handle | Aluminium spool and CNC-machined aluminium handle |
| Main shaft | Stainless steel |
| Drag washers | Stainless steel and carbon |
| Ball bearings | 6 + 1 |
| Handle grip | Ergonomic power handle |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What drag power do Black Cat Shadow Cat Reels have?
The 6500 and 8000 have 18kg drag power. The 10000 has 22kg.
How much line does the 6500 hold?
It holds 255m of 0.42mm line or 370m of 0.35mm line.
What is the gear ratio on this reel?
All models use a 4.3:1 gear ratio.
How heavy are the Shadow Cat Reel models?
The 6500 weighs 624g, the 8000 680g and the 10000 737g.
What are the handle and spool made from?
The spool is aluminium and the handle is CNC-machined aluminium.
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