Westin W8 Jigging Reel Baitcasting Reel 40 Right

Westin W8 Jigging Reel 40 RH — Deep-Water Control in Your Right Hand

The Westin W8 Jigging Reel (Overhead / Jigging Reel) is the flagship overhead reel built for serious vertical jigging anglers who demand every mechanical advantage when battling powerful deep-water predators. At 520 g with a lever drag maxing out at 17 kg, the size-40 right-hand model combines compact dimensions with uncompromising stopping power.

Built to Withstand Extreme Pressure

The W8's cold-forged aluminium frame and side plates form a rock-solid foundation that eliminates flex under load, keeping the internal gear train perfectly aligned no matter how hard a fish pulls. Inside, heat-treated helical-cut stainless steel gears mesh flawlessly for a smooth yet powerful retrieve and long-term durability — components engineered to last across countless deep drops.

Precision Control at Every Stage of the Fight

The lever drag system delivers intuitive, on-the-fly adjustment from a light strike setting (1–1.2 kg) up to a full 17 kg maximum — so you can ease tension during a run and lock down the moment you need to pump a fish upward. Seven oversized shielded stainless steel ball bearings plus one roller bearing (7+2) ensure buttery-smooth operation under heavy load. The arced side plate lets you palm the reel securely during prolonged fights, while the custom CNC-machined aluminium handle turns effortlessly even when the drag is cranked tight.

Choose the Right Variant

The W8 Jigging Reel family covers both retrieve hands and two frame sizes, letting you match the reel to your target species and line capacity needs.

• W8 Jigging Reel 40 RH 7+2BB — Size 40, right-hand retrieve, 17 kg max drag, 520 g — compact overhead ideal for vertical jigging in moderate depths; suits species such as amberjack, large cod, and pollock where a nimble, high-control setup is preferred

• W8 Jigging Reel 41 LH 7+2BB — Size 41, left-hand retrieve, 20 kg max drag, 520 g — same compact frame for left-handed anglers targeting heavier fish

• W8 Jigging Reel 60 RH 7+2BB — Size 60, right-hand retrieve, 20 kg max drag, 620 g — larger spool for deeper drops or heavier jigs; suited to tuna, halibut, and big-game jigging

• W8 Jigging Reel 61 LH 7+2BB — Size 61, left-hand retrieve, 20 kg max drag — the left-hand big-spool option for the most demanding offshore sessions

Facts

• Reel type: Overhead / Jigging (Lever Drag)

• Reel size: 40

• Retrieve hand: Right

• Reel weight: 520 g

• Max drag: 17 kg

• Strike drag: 1–1.2 kg

• Bearing system: 7+2 oversized shielded stainless steel ball bearings

• Frame & side plates: Cold-forged aluminium

• Gears: Heat-treated helical-cut stainless steel

• Handle: CNC-machined aluminium, ergonomic own design

• Side plate: Arced profile for palm grip

• Available in left-hand and right-hand retrieve