Tsunami Forged Spinning Reel

The Tsunami Forged Spinning Reel brings serious saltwater protection, all-metal strength and powerful gearing together in a reel built for anglers who fish demanding coastal environments.

Featuring an IPX7 sealed system, all-aluminum construction, Brass B-Drive gearing and Tsunami's sealed Hammer Drag System, the Forged is designed to keep water, salt, sand and contaminants away from critical internal components while delivering the rigidity and power needed for hard-fighting saltwater fish.

Available in 3500, 4500 and 6500 sizes, the Forged covers everything from serious inshore fishing to nearshore and heavier saltwater applications.

IPX7 Sealed Saltwater Protection

Saltwater protection is one of the biggest reasons to choose the Forged.

Tsunami uses an IPX7 sealed system with extensive internal sealing to protect critical components from water, salt and debris.

That makes the Forged particularly well suited for anglers fishing around spray, rough conditions and environments where conventional spinning reels can quickly be exposed to saltwater intrusion.

All-Aluminum Construction

The Forged uses an all-aluminum construction to provide strength and rigidity under load.

A rigid reel body helps keep the drivetrain properly aligned when you're applying pressure to a strong fish, allowing the gearing to operate efficiently rather than losing energy through unnecessary body flex.

For a reel designed around serious saltwater use, that solid platform matters.

Brass B-Drive Gearing

At the heart of the Forged is Tsunami's Brass B-Drive gear system.

The brass drive and pinion gears are engineered for strength, positive gear engagement and dependable power transfer under load.

Whether you're working a lure or trying to turn a fish away from structure, the Forged is designed to provide the cranking power expected from an all-metal saltwater reel.

Sealed Hammer Drag System

The sealed Hammer Drag System provides smooth, consistent drag pressure while helping protect the drag components from saltwater and contaminants.

The 3500 and 4500 models provide up to 20 pounds of maximum drag, while the larger 6500 steps up to 30 pounds.

That gives anglers plenty of stopping power across the Forged lineup.

Sealed Bearing System

The Forged incorporates four sealed stainless steel bearings plus a sealed clutch bearing.

Combined with the reel's extensive sealing, this helps protect key operating components while maintaining smooth performance in demanding saltwater environments.

Built for Braided Line

An anodized aluminum braid-ready spool makes the Forged ready for modern saltwater setups.

The reel also features a one-piece aluminum handle arm and non-slip power knob, providing a secure grip when working lures or fighting fish under heavier drag pressure.

The handle can be configured for either left- or right-hand retrieve.

Available Sizes

3500

• 6.2:1 gear ratio
• 36" line retrieve per turn
• 20 lb maximum drag
• 20 lb / 180 yd braid capacity

4500

• 6.2:1 gear ratio
• 42" line retrieve per turn
• 20 lb maximum drag
• 30 lb / 320 yd braid capacity

6500

• 5.7:1 gear ratio
• 44" line retrieve per turn
• 30 lb maximum drag
• 40 lb / 370 yd braid capacity

Features

• IPX7 sealed system
• Extensive internal saltwater protection
• All-aluminum construction
• Brass B-Drive gearing
• Brass drive and pinion gears
• Sealed Hammer Drag System
• 4 sealed stainless steel bearings
• 1 sealed clutch bearing
• Anodized aluminum braid-ready spool
• One-piece aluminum handle arm
• Non-slip power handle knob
• Left- or right-hand retrieve
• Available in 3500, 4500 and 6500 sizes
• Built for demanding saltwater fishing

Best For

• Inshore Fishing
• Nearshore Fishing
• Saltwater Fishing
• Wade Fishing
• Snook
• Redfish
• Tarpon
• Jetties & Passes
• Surf Fishing
• Live Bait Fishing
• Artificial Lures
• Harsh Saltwater Environments

Why Choose the Tsunami Forged?

The Forged fills an important position in Tsunami's spinning reel lineup.

It provides IPX7 sealing and an all-metal platform without requiring anglers to step all the way up to the SaltX II.

The combination of a rigid aluminum body, brass gearing, sealed drag and extensive protection from saltwater makes it an appealing choice for anglers who want a reel they can fish hard without paying for features they may not need.

Premier Tackle Take

The Tsunami Forged is a particularly interesting reel for Florida anglers because it hits a strong middle ground between conventional inshore spinning reels and Tsunami's higher-end SaltX II.

For our fishing, we'd look at the 3500 and 4500 for serious inshore work, including snook, redfish and lighter tarpon applications. The 6500 provides the additional capacity and drag for larger fish and heavier nearshore setups.

What stands out to us is the combination of IPX7 sealing, an aluminum body and brass gearing. Those are meaningful features when a reel is regularly exposed to salt spray, wet decks and the abuse that comes with fishing Florida saltwater.

If you want substantial saltwater protection and all-metal construction without moving all the way to the SaltX II, the Forged makes a lot of sense.

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