FTM Dark Spinning Reel 1000 5.1:1 230g 2.5kg 4+1

FTM Dark Spinning Reel 1000 — Lightweight All-Round Performance for Fresh and Salt Water

The FTM Dark 1000 is a compact, versatile spinning reel built for anglers who want reliable performance across a wide range of species and conditions — from river trout to coastal predators.

Smooth, Powerful Retrieve in a Lightweight Frame

Weighing just 230 g, the Dark 1000 punches well above its weight class. The NCRT (Non-Corrosive Resin Technology) body provides a stable, rigid platform while keeping the overall weight low. The 5.1:1 gear ratio delivers a balanced retrieve — fast enough for active lure work, controlled enough for methodical fishing. Four stainless ball bearings plus one roller bearing ensure a noticeably smooth, wobble-free rotation from the first cast.

Finely Tunable Front Drag for Confident Fish Control

The front drag system engages progressively and without jerking, allowing you to apply precise pressure whether you're playing a finicky perch or a hard-running sea bass. Maximum drag is rated at 2.5 kg — well suited for the light to medium lines this reel is designed around. The spool accepts 0.14 mm monofilament (140 m capacity) and handles braided lines equally well, giving you full flexibility in your line choice.

Choose the Right Variant

The FTM Dark is available as a single size. Here's what the 1000 suits best:

• FTM Dark 1000 (230 g, 5.1:1, 2.5 kg drag, 0.14 mm/140 m) — ideal for light spinning and ultralight lure fishing; well matched to small to medium predators (perch, trout, chub) and coarse species in rivers, streams, and coastal margins; pairs best with rods rated 1–15 g

Facts

• Reel size: 1000

• Weight: 230 g

• Gear ratio: 5.1:1

• Max drag: 2.5 kg

• Bearings: 4+1 (ball + roller)

• Line capacity: 0.14 mm / 140 m

• Spool material: NCRT

• Compatible with monofilament and braided lines

• Colour: Black

• Suitable for fresh water and salt water