Westin W10 Finesse Shad 7'5" MH 8-36g 2sec

Westin W10 Finesse Shad 7’5″ MH 8-36g 2sec

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SKU – W1007-0752-MH

Product Details and Uses

Westin W10 Finesse Shad 7’5″ | 8-36g (Medium Heavy)

Expertly Curated by Gerry’s Fishing

At Gerry’s Fishing, we know that “finesse” doesn’t always mean “small.” When you are targeting large, pressurized zander or trophy-sized perch, you need a rod that combines delicate detection with a Medium-Heavy backbone. The Westin W10 Finesse Shad is the pinnacle of this discipline—a rod that offers the surgical precision of a light lure rod with the punching power of a heavy predator tool.

The 7’5″ length provides the perfect geometry for both long-range bank casting and precise boat fishing, making it one of the most versatile high-end lure rods in our showroom.

The Evolution of Carbon: Nanoalloy® + M40X

What sets the Finesse Shad apart from the rest of the range is the inclusion of M40X carbon alongside the legendary Toray® Nanoalloy® 55TON. This specific blend, combined with X5 carbon layer technology, creates a blank that is exceptionally crisp.

The sensitive tip is designed to telegraph the “vibration” of a shad’s tail directly to your hand. When that vibration stops or changes—even slightly—the high-modulus blank ensures you have the recovery speed to set the hook instantly, even in deep water or flowing rivers.

Where to Use the W10 Finesse Shad

Our team at Gerry’s finds this 8-36g model excels in these scenarios:

River Zander Fishing: The 8-36g rating is the “sweet spot” for using 10-15g jig heads with 4-5 inch shads in moderate flow.
Big Lake Perch: Ideal for launching larger creature baits or heavy dropshot rigs when you need to reach distance to find the schools.
Light Saltwater Lure Work: A fantastic choice for working soft plastics for Bass around coastal structures where sensitivity to the current is vital.

Technical Specifications

This rod is a masterclass in component selection, featuring top-tier Fuji® hardware and Westin’s proprietary carbon handles.

Feature	Specification
Model	W10 Finesse Shad
Casting Weight	8–36g (Medium Heavy)
Length / Sections	7’5″ (225cm) / 2-Piece
Blank Construction	Toray® TORAYCA® ‘Nanoalloy® 55TON’ + M40X + X5
Guides	Tangle-free Fuji® Titanium Torzite® K-guides
Reel Seat	Fuji® SKS, rubber-coated (Fixed Spool/Spinning)
Handle	Custom designed G-Hyper carbon handle
Hook-keeper	Seaguide® Stainless D-Hook
Storage	Delivered in Octagonal Cordura tube and velvet rod bag

The Gerry’s Fishing Verdict

“The W10 Finesse Shad is the rod we recommend for the angler who refuses to miss a bite. The combination of the M40X carbon and the G-Hyper handle makes it feel like you’re holding a live wire. It’s stealthy, it’s incredibly light, and it has enough ‘grunt’ in the lower third to handle a double-figure Zander with ease.” — The Gerry’s Fishing Team

Key Professional Features:

360° Custom Hood: Reinforced with 1k woven carbon, providing a seamless transition between the reel seat and the blank.
Total Traceability: Every rod carries a unique serial number, ensuring it has passed Westin’s individual strength-testing protocols.
Refined Aesthetics: Finished in Matt Black with low-profile guide wrappings and a custom non-slip rubber end-cap.