Nasci FD: Cutting-Edge Features for Smooth, Powerful Reeling.
The Shimano Nasci FD delivers high-end performance in a versatile, user-friendly reel. With features like INFINITYDRIVE, ONE-PIECE BAIL, and ANTI-TWIST FIN, it offers smooth power and reduced line trouble across both fresh and saltwater. The Nasci FD suits everything from bass and trout to seabass and light shore jigging.
NASCI offers high cost-performance specifications that meet the needs of a wide range of anglers. At the core of its smooth rotation and casting performance are Shimano’s signature technologies: HAGANE GEAR, X-SHIP, and AR-C SPOOL. COREPROTECT enhances water resistance without adding heavy rotational feel, ensuring durability in various fishing environments.
Building on this foundation, the new Nasci inherits advanced technologies from higher-end models, including INFINITYDRIVE, ONE-PIECE BAIL, and ANTI-TWIST FIN. These features deliver exceptional rotational sensitivity, toughness, and trouble-free performance at a high level, making it a reliable choice that strongly supports serious anglers aiming to step up their game.
Features
INFINITYDRIVE - Always seize the initiative with powerful winding.
The conventional X-SHIP structure, which realised light winding, has evolved into an even more powerful structure. It has evoved into a reel that can be actively reeled in under high loads.
ONE-PIECE BAIL - No snag line flow.
Succeeded in manufacturing a completely seamless, one-piece molded bail. It is aesthetically pleasing to the eye and trouble-free.
ANTI-TWIST FIN - Unique fins to control sagging lines.
Elastic fins are installed in close proximity to the line roller section. By reducing line slack, the phenomenon of line droppint out of the lower part of the spool and line wrapping around the spool while the line is twisted is reduced.
*except 500
Technology
HAGANE
HAGANE is a Shimano reel design concept created to withstand continual use and extreme abuse. HAGANE is an innovation with built-in toughness and durability that works alongside Shimano's precision engineering. HAGANE is for all anglers.
HAGANE GEAR
Shimano, through the application of state-of-the-art technologies, gives anglers the long-lasting smoothness and enjoyment that is felt when anglers first use a reel, over and over again. No cutting work is applied to the teeth of the drive gear during fabrication; instead, the entire surface is calculated in minute detail by a special 3D design and then formed by Shimano's cold-forging technology. The result is assured resilience. HAGANE Gear is the result of Shimano's endless pursuit for durability — this strength and power of forged metal continue to represent the fundamental concept of Shimano reels.
X SHIP
X SHIP provides improved gear performance. Large diameter drive gear, optimally positioned pinion gear and drive gear, and two points bearings supported pinion gear produce light reeling under load.
INFINITYDRIVE
INFINITYDRIVE is a new main shaft supporting structure that improves winding torque and allows for incredibly smooth and light rotation.
SILENTDRIVE
The basic design of the entire body and drive-related parts were reviewed one by one to reduce minute rattles, gaps, and shaking between parts down to the smallest detail. It provides smooth and quiet reel rotation.
ANTI-TWIST FIN
Elastic fins are installed in close proximity to the line roller section. By suppressing line slack, the fins reduce the phenomenon of line dropping out of the lower part of the spool and line wrapping around the spool while the line is still twisted.
COREPROTECT
The water-repellent treatment provides water-resistance even in the presence of minute gaps due to the water bead formation effect. The water resist effect can be improved without increasing rotational resistance. Furthermore, since there is no contact, there is no abrasion and the waterproofing effect lasts longer.
G FREE BODY
G FREE BODY technology has been developed to shift the reel's center of gravity closer to the rod. By moving the center of gravity closer to the angler’s hand, the G FREE BODY helps to reduce fatigue and enhance casting comfort.
AR-C SPOOL
The spool has a special spool ring shape. This creates a rectifying effect on the line and realizes both suppression of line trouble and long casting performance.
CROSS CARBON SPOOL
The spool has a special spool ring shape. This creates a rectifying effect on the line and realizes both suppression of line trouble and long casting performance.
ONE-PIECE BAIL
ONE-PIECE BAIL allows the line to travel unimpeded to the line roller. The seamless design reduces friction and decreases the chance of tangles or the line catching on the bail arm.
Specifications
| Model | Gear Ratio | Drag (kg) | Weight (g) | Mono Line (mm-m) | PE Line (no.-m) | Power Pro Braid (lb/yd) | Retrieve per Crank (cm) | Handle Length (mm) | Bearings |
| NAS500FD | 5.6 | 3 | 170 | 0.2-110 | 0.6-185, 0.8-140, 1-110 | 5-135, 8-105, 10-65 | 69 | 40 | 4/1 |
| NAS1000FD | 5 | 3 | 205 | 0.18-170, 0.20-140, 0.25-90 | 0.8-240, 1-190 | 10-95, 15-75, 20-65 | 66 | 45 | 5/1 |
| NAS2500HGFD | 6.2 | 9 | 235 | 0.25-160 | 1-320, 1.2-270, 1.5-220 | 10-150, 15-145, 30-100 | 91 | 55 | 5/1 |
| NASC3000HGFD | 6.2 | 9 | 235 | 0.25-210, 0.30-130, 0.35-100 | 1-400, 1.5-270, 2-200 | 10-200, 20-140, 40-105 | 91 | 55 | 5/1 |
| NAS4000XGFD | 6.2 | 11 | 280 | 0.30-180, 0.35-130 | 1-490, 1.5-320, 2-240 | 15-230, 30-180, 40-140 | 99 | 57 | 5/1 |
| NASC5000XGFD | 6.2 | 11 | 300 | 0.35-175, 0.40-120 | 1.5-400, 2-300, 3-200 | 20-260, 30-235, 40-185 | 105 | 57 | 5/1 |
Nasci FD: Cutting-Edge Features for Smooth, Powerful Reeling.
The Shimano Nasci FD delivers high-end performance in a versatile, user-friendly reel. With features like INFINITYDRIVE, ONE-PIECE BAIL, and ANTI-TWIST FIN, it offers smooth power and reduced line trouble across both fresh and saltwater. The Nasci FD suits everything from bass and trout to seabass and light shore jigging.
NASCI offers high cost-performance specifications that meet the needs of a wide range of anglers. At the core of its smooth rotation and casting performance are Shimano’s signature technologies: HAGANE GEAR, X-SHIP, and AR-C SPOOL. COREPROTECT enhances water resistance without adding heavy rotational feel, ensuring durability in various fishing environments.
Building on this foundation, the new Nasci inherits advanced technologies from higher-end models, including INFINITYDRIVE, ONE-PIECE BAIL, and ANTI-TWIST FIN. These features deliver exceptional rotational sensitivity, toughness, and trouble-free performance at a high level, making it a reliable choice that strongly supports serious anglers aiming to step up their game.
Features
INFINITYDRIVE - Always seize the initiative with powerful winding.
The conventional X-SHIP structure, which realised light winding, has evolved into an even more powerful structure. It has evoved into a reel that can be actively reeled in under high loads.
ONE-PIECE BAIL - No snag line flow.
Succeeded in manufacturing a completely seamless, one-piece molded bail. It is aesthetically pleasing to the eye and trouble-free.
ANTI-TWIST FIN - Unique fins to control sagging lines.
Elastic fins are installed in close proximity to the line roller section. By reducing line slack, the phenomenon of line droppint out of the lower part of the spool and line wrapping around the spool while the line is twisted is reduced.
*except 500
Technology
HAGANE
HAGANE is a Shimano reel design concept created to withstand continual use and extreme abuse. HAGANE is an innovation with built-in toughness and durability that works alongside Shimano's precision engineering. HAGANE is for all anglers.
HAGANE GEAR
Shimano, through the application of state-of-the-art technologies, gives anglers the long-lasting smoothness and enjoyment that is felt when anglers first use a reel, over and over again. No cutting work is applied to the teeth of the drive gear during fabrication; instead, the entire surface is calculated in minute detail by a special 3D design and then formed by Shimano's cold-forging technology. The result is assured resilience. HAGANE Gear is the result of Shimano's endless pursuit for durability — this strength and power of forged metal continue to represent the fundamental concept of Shimano reels.
X SHIP
X SHIP provides improved gear performance. Large diameter drive gear, optimally positioned pinion gear and drive gear, and two points bearings supported pinion gear produce light reeling under load.
INFINITYDRIVE
INFINITYDRIVE is a new main shaft supporting structure that improves winding torque and allows for incredibly smooth and light rotation.
SILENTDRIVE
The basic design of the entire body and drive-related parts were reviewed one by one to reduce minute rattles, gaps, and shaking between parts down to the smallest detail. It provides smooth and quiet reel rotation.
ANTI-TWIST FIN
Elastic fins are installed in close proximity to the line roller section. By suppressing line slack, the fins reduce the phenomenon of line dropping out of the lower part of the spool and line wrapping around the spool while the line is still twisted.
COREPROTECT
The water-repellent treatment provides water-resistance even in the presence of minute gaps due to the water bead formation effect. The water resist effect can be improved without increasing rotational resistance. Furthermore, since there is no contact, there is no abrasion and the waterproofing effect lasts longer.
G FREE BODY
G FREE BODY technology has been developed to shift the reel's center of gravity closer to the rod. By moving the center of gravity closer to the angler’s hand, the G FREE BODY helps to reduce fatigue and enhance casting comfort.
AR-C SPOOL
The spool has a special spool ring shape. This creates a rectifying effect on the line and realizes both suppression of line trouble and long casting performance.
CROSS CARBON SPOOL
The spool has a special spool ring shape. This creates a rectifying effect on the line and realizes both suppression of line trouble and long casting performance.
ONE-PIECE BAIL
ONE-PIECE BAIL allows the line to travel unimpeded to the line roller. The seamless design reduces friction and decreases the chance of tangles or the line catching on the bail arm.
Specifications
| Model | Gear Ratio | Drag (kg) | Weight (g) | Mono Line (mm-m) | PE Line (no.-m) | Power Pro Braid (lb/yd) | Retrieve per Crank (cm) | Handle Length (mm) | Bearings |
| NAS500FD | 5.6 | 3 | 170 | 0.2-110 | 0.6-185, 0.8-140, 1-110 | 5-135, 8-105, 10-65 | 69 | 40 | 4/1 |
| NAS1000FD | 5 | 3 | 205 | 0.18-170, 0.20-140, 0.25-90 | 0.8-240, 1-190 | 10-95, 15-75, 20-65 | 66 | 45 | 5/1 |
| NAS2500HGFD | 6.2 | 9 | 235 | 0.25-160 | 1-320, 1.2-270, 1.5-220 | 10-150, 15-145, 30-100 | 91 | 55 | 5/1 |
| NASC3000HGFD | 6.2 | 9 | 235 | 0.25-210, 0.30-130, 0.35-100 | 1-400, 1.5-270, 2-200 | 10-200, 20-140, 40-105 | 91 | 55 | 5/1 |
| NAS4000XGFD | 6.2 | 11 | 280 | 0.30-180, 0.35-130 | 1-490, 1.5-320, 2-240 | 15-230, 30-180, 40-140 | 99 | 57 | 5/1 |
| NASC5000XGFD | 6.2 | 11 | 300 | 0.35-175, 0.40-120 | 1.5-400, 2-300, 3-200 | 20-260, 30-235, 40-185 | 105 | 57 | 5/1 |