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Shimano Reel Exsence B 4000M XG

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SKU – 25EXS40MXGB

Product Details and Uses

Shimano 21 Exsence 4000M XG – The Ultimate Inshore Specialist

The Shimano 21 Exsence 4000M XG is a flagship-level spinning reel specifically engineered for the serious sea bass and inshore predator angler. At Gerry’s Fishing, we recognize the Exsence as the “Black Edition” of Shimano’s elite engineering, sitting alongside the Stella in terms of performance but with a dedicated focus on salt resistance, lightweight handling, and high-speed retrieval.

The 4000M XG model features a Medium (M) depth spool, perfect for modern braids, and an Extra High Gear (XG) ratio, allowing for rapid lure recovery and the ability to keep pace with fast-moving saltwater species.

Key Specifications

Feature	Details
Model Code	21EXS4000MXG
Gear Ratio	6.2:1
Weight	220g
Max Drag	11 kg
Line Retrieve per Crank	99 cm
Line Capacity (PE/m)	1.2-250, 1.5-200, 2-150
Bearings	11 + 1 (S A-RB)
Body Material	Magnesium (Hagane Body)
Rotor Material	MGL Rotor (Magnumlite)

Elite Technology & Performance Features

Hagane Body & Gear: The body is constructed from high-rigidity Magnesium, providing a rock-solid foundation while keeping the reel incredibly light. The cold-forged Hagane Gear ensures long-lasting smoothness and immense cranking power under pressure.
MicroModule Gear II & SilentDrive: These features combine to eliminate gear noise and microscopic play. The result is an incredibly fluid, “silent” rotation that allows you to feel the most delicate vibrations of your lure and the subtlest of takes.
MGL Rotor: The ultra-lightweight Magnumlite Rotor reduces rotational inertia. This makes it easier to start and stop your retrieve instantly, providing the “scintillating” response needed for technical lure work.
X-Protect Technology: Designed for the salt, X-Protect uses a labyrinth structure and a water-repellent coating to prevent water from entering the inner workings without compromising the light rotation of the reel.
Long Stroke Spool: This design improves casting distance by reducing the frequency of line-direction changes as the line leaves the spool, making it ideal for launching lures toward distant sandbanks or structures.
Rapid Fire Drag: This allows you to adjust the drag tension significantly with a very small turn of the knob, giving you instant control when a big fish makes a sudden run near the net or boat.

Gerry’s Pro Tip: The Exsence 4000M XG is the perfect partner for a Poison Adrena or Lunamis rod. Its matte black finish isn’t just for looks; it represents a reel built for stealth and precision. If you are fishing large estuaries or open coasts where you need to burn lures through the surface film to trigger a strike, the 99cm retrieve per turn is a game-changer.