DAIWA Gekka Bijin X 24 Gekka Bijin X LT 2000S-P

The Daiwa Gekka Bijin X LT 2000S-P is Daiwa's dedicated light-game spinning reel, engineered in Japan specifically for the finesse discipline known in Japan as ajing — fishing micro-jigs and soft-plastic lures on ultra-light tackle. In UK waters that translates directly to light rock fishing (LRF): working tiny soft-plastics, HRF-style paddle tails, or size 6–10 jig heads around harbour walls, rocky headlands, and pier pilings for wrasse, pollock, small bass, perch, and blennies.

The "LT" in the model name stands for Light & Tough — Daiwa's design philosophy of building smaller, lighter bodies without sacrificing structural rigidity. The S spool designation means a shallow-profile spool optimised for light PE braid and fine fluorocarbon, giving you precise control over thin lines that LRF demands. The P handle is a power-grip knob, better suited to the wrist-flick jigging actions used in ajing and LRF than a standard T-bar. At £118, this reel punches well above its price point for anyone stepping up from entry-level gear without committing to a flagship spend.

With a maximum drag of 5 kg, the Gekka Bijin X handles the sudden runs of a decent pollock or a spirited wrasse far more confidently than you might expect for a reel this compact. It is equally at home on an ultralight freshwater rod — perch fishing on drop-shot or a size 1 worm rig will feel entirely natural on this setup.

Imported direct from Japan — genuine Daiwa product. Please allow a few additional days for delivery compared with domestic UK stock.