Okuma Jaw-40

Okuma Jaw-40: The Bold and Reliable All-Rounder

At Gerrys Fishing, we highly recommend the Okuma Jaw-40 for anglers who want a reel that makes a statement both in performance and style. Featuring a striking matte grey and burnt orange aesthetic, the Jaw-40 is more than just a lookerits a robust workhorse built using Okumas latest body design. The 4000 size is a versatile mid-weight choice, providing the perfect balance for everything from heavy freshwater lure work to light coastal spinning.

One of the standout features at this price point is the Cyclonic Flow Rotor (CFR) technology. This design significantly increases airflow through the ported rotor, ensuring the reel dries quickly if it gets splashed. This feature, combined with a corrosion-resistant graphite body, makes the Jaw-40 a dependable companion for anglers who arent afraid to fish in tough, wet conditions.

Technical Specifications

The Jaw-40 is a middle-weight specialist designed for durability and smooth operation:

Core Performance Features

• Cyclonic Flow Rotor (CFR): Creates a cyclonic airflow that dries the reel quickly, minimizing the risk of corrosion and keeping the internal mechanics smooth.

• Japanese Oiled Felt Drag: This multi-disc system provides a silky-smooth drag curve. Its particularly effective at preventing line breaks during those sudden, powerful lunges from fish close to the net.

• RESII: Rotor Equalizing System: A computer-balanced weighting system that eliminates spool wobble, ensuring a smooth, vibration-free retrieve even at higher speeds.

• Machined Brass Pinion Gear: Unlike many budget-friendly reels that use inferior alloys, the Jaw-40 uses high-grade brass for its heart, ensuring long-term durability and consistent gear meshing.

• Infinite Anti-Reverse: The quick-set system ensures there is zero back-play in the handle, giving you instantaneous hook-setting power.

Where to Use the Okuma Jaw-40

The 4000 size is the ultimate crossover reel for multiple angling disciplines:

• Lure Fishing for Pike & Zander: The 8kg drag and 5.0:1 ratio are perfect for working medium-sized lures and providing enough torque to pull predators out of heavy weed or snags.

• Bass & Pollack Spinning: Its corrosion-resistant construction and CFR technology make it a brilliant budget-friendly option for light coastal spinning from piers and rocks.

• Heavy Float & Feeder Fishing: In freshwater, the Jaw-40 is excellent for tench or bream sessions where you need a reliable drag and enough line capacity to handle a bonus carp.

• Beginner & Junior Anglers: Because of its robust build and ease of use, its one of the best reels for those starting their fishing journey who want a piece of kit that will last.

Gerrys Pro Tip: The Jaw-40 retrieves 85cm of line per turn, which is quite high for a 5.0:1 ratio reel. This makes it surprisingly good for walking the dog with surface lures or recovering line quickly when a fish swims toward you.