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Daiwa BG MQ Spinning Reels
Daiwa BG MQ Spinning Reels

By reimagining the way a spinning reel is designed the Daiwa BG MQ Spinning Reels put unprecedented strength into the hands of saltwater anglers of all stripes. Built around a single-piece Monocoque aluminum body the renowned BG series of reels is now stronger and lighter than ever before. With the ...Monocoque design the reel body serves as a stiff distortion-proof frame that keeps the reels internal components in precise alignment even under the most extreme drag pressures. This allows for increased cranking power and torque while extending the life of both the reels gears and bearings. Not only does a single piece body provide extreme rigidity and strength but it also eliminates the necessity for pins and screws to hold the body together thus making the reel more resistant to water intrusion. The reel also features 9 internal rubber seals at key areas like the drag stack spool shaft handle and side plate making it well equipped for long seasons in the surf. Featuring Daiwas precision cut DigiGears that are between 20% and 40% larger than those of the competition the BG MQ is built for unrelenting power. With sizes ranging from backwater reels for flounder and speckled trout to large offshore reels made to battle giant bluefin tuna the BG MQ has all your saltwater angling bases covered.Daiwa Technology Found In BG MQ Spinning Reels:Aluminum Body - Lightweight and incredibly strong aluminium allows strength and weightlessness to be achieved without the cost and corrosion issues of other metals.Monocoque Body - Monocoque Body refers to the use of a one-piece frame and reel body. A single piece body allows for exceptional strength and rigidity better spatial efficiency for housing larger gears improved water resistance with the absence of screws and significant weight reduction.DigiGear - The all-new DigiGear is precision machine cut and polished. This results in unmatched efficiency better transfer of energy and maximum smoothness.Air Rotor - The Air Rotor weighs up to 15% less than ordinary rotor designs. Its unique shape reduces unnecessary weight while distributing stress more evenly throughout the rotor for maximum strength.DigiGear - The all-new DigiGear is precision machine cut and polished. This results in unmatched efficiency better transfer of energy and maximum smoothness.ATD Drag - The Advanced Tournament Drag system uses a new proprietary grease that enables the reel to apply smooth and consistent start up drag pressure from the first pull eliminating the stop and go pulling of drag that can result in broken lines and lost fish.

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Highly recommended

Rukesh
2 years ago

super smooth and durable.

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Pcb trip

Justin
2 years ago

Took this on a trip to pcb and sure glad I did. Did everything I asked for and more. Looks stunning and works great!

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Awesome drag and power for a reel this size

JAMES B.
2 years ago

I matched this reel with a 6’6” medium weight Shimano Trevala and 40lb braid. It effortlessly handles those times when I hooked Jack in the 15-20 pound range and some large cubera snapper (I fish in Costa Rica and there’s some big jack here and cubera here). It’s also lightweight so really no strain with this size real. I have been using it with jigs between 60g-200g no problem.… read more />
I liked the design so much I ordered an 8000 to go with a medium heavy Shimano Trevala for deeper jigging.

Save your money on those real expensive reels. Buy more jigs instead. You’ll need them.

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BG MQ

Paul A.
2 years ago

Great reel. I’m using it on my Century Weapon Jr.

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Solid and well built

Fred
2 years ago

I have used this reel about a half dozen times for surf casting (in the surf). It gets splashed quite a bit. But, I rinse it gently after use and spray silicon lub on the roller hearing etc. I think it is one of my sturdiest of my reels. The drag is nicely adjustable. I also have a 6000 version that I like.

The only downside is the big mq s are a bit heavy.

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Smooth drag

D D.
2 years ago

it just feels solid in your hands. smooth drag, light and holds a ton of line.

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Smooth reel!

Brian
2 years ago

Very nice reel! Very smooth and solid.

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Nicely Made

Frederick K.
3 years ago

This reel is largish, but not too heavy. I haven’t submerged it yet. But, it seems well made and water tight. The drag is reasonably progress.

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Solid product

Steven
3 years ago

Solid product for the money

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Strong and versatile 3000

Rabin
3 years ago

I've had this reel for three months now and used it for both shore casting (to catch 1/4 to 1 lb fish) all to dropshop in 60 to 100 yards of water (to catch 2 to 4 lbs hard fighting spangled emperor or yellow edged lyretail). It stood the test very well in both applications.

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Strong and super versatile 3000

Rabin
3 years ago

I have had it for three months now and used it shore fishing 1/4 to 2 lbs fish all over to dropshot outside the reefs in 60 to 100 yards for 4 to 10 lbs hard fighting spangled emperor and other lyretail grouper which fight hard.
The reel stood the test in every situation and the drag performs really well.

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This is a big boy.

Leonard
3 years ago

This reel is nice and heavy. Solid build and quite big. Think of holding a cantaloupe in your hands, weight and all. That's what this reel is like. I have this paired with a surf rod and can't wait to test it out. 5/5 met all my expectations. Fast shipping!

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New Daiwa Fan

Sith
3 years ago

This is my 2nd Daiwa spinning reel in recent months. I like that it’s very smooth and sturdy, it performs like a bigger reel. I would recommend this reel.

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Fast

Bobby
3 years ago

Very light and very fast, my wife love to used it

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BG MQ 6000

Anthony B.
3 years ago

Love it! Good line capacity and light weight in an aluminum body!

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Daiwa BG MQ Spinning Reels Questions and Answers

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Asked by Tony ng wu 3 years ago

For Long Island and Jersey surf fishing using lures 1to3OZ what size do you recommend to pair up with a 10 foot rod?

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Paul Olah 3 years ago

The BG6000, or BG8000 size reel would pair with a 10ft rod for surf fishing. 

Asked by sebastián Araya 4 years ago

<font style="vertical-align: inherit;"><font style="vertical-align: inherit;"> envian a chile?</font></font>

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Alex Trommelen 4 years ago

Yes, we ship Daiwa products internationally!

Asked by Archie G 4 years ago

What is the reel weight of the 4000D-H and where is it made?

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Alex Trommelen 4 years ago

Thanks for reaching out about our products!<p>The 4000 model BG MQ weighs 10.1 oz and it is manufactured in Malaysia or Korea</p>

Asked by John N 4 years ago

Interested in purchase of a Daiwa BG MQ reel.<p>Currently have a 9ft St Croix Mojo MH rod.</p><p>Will be tossing plugs and swimmers in</p><p>Range rated for said rod (1-3 ozs)</p><p>Any suggestions for reel size?</p><p>Thank You. </p>

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Alex T 4 years ago

These are awesome reels you won't be disappointed in that pairing! I would recommend a 5000 size model for the 9' rod 

Asked by Didi 4 years ago

Where is Daiwa BG MQ 4000-XH origin manufacture  at?

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Alex T 4 years ago

The BG MQ models are manufactured in Malaysia or Korea

Asked by Brian 4 years ago

What would be a good rod for the Daiwa BG MQ 8000 for tuna jigging with 65lb braid?

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Alex T 4 years ago

I would recommend a Daiwa Harrier X 6'-6'6 MH or H rated rod, or Shimano Trevala PX 5'8-6'6 H or XH.<p>St. Croix Mojo Jig 6'6 MH https://www.tackledirect.com/st-croix-mjjs66mhmf-mojo-jig-spinning-rod.html</p><p>https://www.tackledirect.com/shimano-tvxfs58

Asked by Fabio 4 years ago

Daiwa BG MQ 4000 and BG MQ 3000: automatic or manual bail?

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Alex T 4 years ago

The manual bail return features start in the 4500 size, so the 2500,3000,4000 size reels all have the auto returning bail

Asked by Greg Menegio 4 years ago

Want to start tuna popping this year with a Terez XH 6'8". Wanted the Saragosa 14000 but doubt that's going to happen...looking for the best available alternative between the BG MQ and Saltist or other alternative (higher ratio, at least 300 yards of 65#

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Austin Kearney 4 years ago

The best option between those two reels would be the Saltist 8000. A better option would also be the Shimano Spheros 10000SW or 20000SW. 

Asked by Jim 3 years ago

What size BGMQ do you recommend for pairing with a Daiwa Proteus inshore, extra heavy, fast rod rated for 1/2 -2oz lures and 15-30 pound braid? Fish in NH inshore waters.

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Austin Kearney 3 years ago

For that rod I would go with the 4000 or 5000. 

Asked by AM 3 years ago

Hello   <p>Is there any update when you are going to receive 4000 size ?</p>

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William Larkin 3 years ago

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Asked by John 3 years ago

Is it mag sealed?

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William Larkin 3 years ago

The Daiwa BG MQ is not mag sealed. 

Asked by Sebastian Alzate 3 years ago

I require a reel that can withstand a quick rinse in the surf, get hosed down at the end of the day, and keep running smooth without additional maintenance. Is this the reel for me? what would you suggest around the same price point? I would like somethin

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William Larkin 3 years ago

If you are looking for a reel to withstand the surf without any more maintenance than a quick rinse, you should look into sealed reels like a Van Staal VR. <p>The Daiwa BG MQ will need more maintenance than a quick rinse to feel like new after the being d

Asked by Alex 2 years ago

What spool will fit the 5000 size? I cant buy the original anythere so may bee i'll chek the another model (i i'll just buy 2 original if you have).

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Tyler - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

Unfortunately we do not sell spare spools for this model. I would recommend contacting Daiwa direct. 

Asked by Mon 3 years ago

What size BG MQ  is same to daiwa saltist 5000

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Paul Olah 3 years ago

The BG MQ 8000 will be closest to the saltist 5000 but you will not have the same line capacity and the bearings are less in the MQ.

Asked by Gerald Janda 3 years ago

Is the body size on the 10k, 14k and 18k the same? Can you interchange the spools? 

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Paul Olah 3 years ago

<p>The 8000, 10000 and 14000 are interchangeable. <br /></p>

Asked by Tony 3 years ago

<span style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: 700; white-space: normal;">Is the body size on the 2500 and 3000 the same? Can you interchange the spools? </span><p><span style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: 700; white-space: normal;"><br></span></p><p><span s

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Paul Olah 3 years ago

Yes you can interchange them.

Asked by Joseph 3 years ago

Is the spool diameter of the BG MQ 6000 the same size as a 2016 BG 4000 or slightly larger?(Not line capacity wise)

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Rick - TackleDirect Customer Service 3 years ago

Joseph,<p>The Daiwa BG 4000 spool will be smaller in diameter then the Daiwa BG MQ 6000 spool.  Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with.</p>

Asked by Mike 3 years ago

deciding on this reel in a 3000 size or the shimano spheros inshore in the 3000 size it seems the spheros has more technology for a cheaper price looking to get one of these reels on my shimano trevala px in medium action for fluke and seabass jigging. an

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Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 3 years ago

<span>Hi Mike, I would recommend the Dawia BG MQ 3000 Spinning Reel. Specifically model: BGMQ3000D-XH; TD Code: DAI-3509. </span><a>https://www.tackledirect.com/daiwa-bgmq3000d-xh-bg-mq-spinning-reel.html</a><span> This reel has the water resistant sealin

Asked by Carlos 2 years ago

What size do you recommend for vertical jigging tuna and amberjack? And also what rod would you match it to?

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Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

Hi Carlos, I would recommend a Daiwa BGMQ10000-H BG MQ Spinning Reel. https://www.tackledirect.com/daiwa-bgmq10000-h-bg-mq-spinning-reel.html This would pair well with a Daiwa SLTGJ66MS Saltiga Jigging Spinning Rod for tuna and amberjack jigging. Please l

Asked by antonio correa 2 years ago

hello, good afternoon, I bought a daiwa bg mq5000d-h and lost the drag knob, I need to buy one and I can't find it, can you help me, thanks

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Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Antonio, Unfortunately we do not carry any drag knob parts for Daiwa Reels. I would recommend to contact Daiwa to obtain the correct part that you need. </span><a>https://daiwa.us/pages/contact</a><span> Please let us know if theres anything else

Asked by Bk 2 years ago

What do you recommend for rod for this 6000 reel? <p>Mostly fishing Cap Cod Canal... some beach. </p><p>Thanks. </p><p> </p>

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Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi BK, For your fishing application I would recommend a ODM NXGX-116 2021 Genesis Surf Spinning Rod. </span><a>https://www.tackledirect.com/odm-nxgx-116-2021-genesis-surf-spinning-rod.html</a><span> This is 11ft and rated for 1-6oz lures. This will

Asked by John D. 2 years ago

I bought a 4000. Looking for recommendations for a boat pole to throw plugs, metal and swim shads for stripers around 76<p><br /></p><p>Thanks!</p>

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KRAIG FRIEDMAN 2 years ago

John, any of the following rods would pair up really well with the 4000BG MQ. St. Croix Mojo inshore (SCR-1992), Shimano Tallus PX (SHM-4287), or the ODM Frontier Boat rod (ODM-0040)

Asked by Alex 2 years ago

Is the main pair size is same for 4000D-HX and 5000D-H or no ?

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Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Alex, The gear size on the 4000 BG MQ is smaller than the 5000 BG MQ. Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with!</span>

Asked by Tom 2 years ago

I have the bg mq 5000, I have used it about 10 nights fishing and on the retrieve I feel it vibrating and the handle gets stuck.  Why does this happen??

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Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<font><span>Hi Tom, If you are feeling an issue with reeling and are experiencing it feeling grindy, vibrating, or sticking that may be due to it having saltwater intruding causing corrosion leading to internals failing. We recommend contacting Daiwa's Wa