My Most POWERFUL Temu DK Spinning Reel!

My 4th Temu Order Arrived w/Just 1 Item - DK7000 Haut Ton Reel!
Imagine going out for lunch and purchasing a plate lunch with a drink. That's what this reel costed me with free shipping as well. I'll walk you through my thought process of line choice to why i chose this certain model out of 100's. It's rated at a 7K size with a max drag of 35.5lbs. Gear ratio is 5.2:1. Weighs 13.2oz.
This'll be an unboxing & full review of the product. During my review i decided to change my choice of line strength just before spooling but was glad i did so as it took more line then i thought. There were a few things i liked & a few i was questionable about. In part my line decision was partly based on my local friend's usage of this same model a week earlier . She used 20lb mono. Her pic showed a loosely packed 20lb mono line lay (or the line had "memory" & was unraveling). Also could've been a thick diameter. Didn't want to pry so i switched from 20lb to 25lb at literally the last second using a brand w/a small diameter that was extruded from Japan.
Boy, it took A LOT of line! Great! My experience with this line used was it compacts well & rarely breaks. Now i'm glad i changed my mind. Mounted this reel on my 12' Okuma Nesika H Surf Rod. Great for shoreline surf casting for Trevally & Bonefish.
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[@jason6325]

Nice reveiw. Looks to be a pretty decent reel. The thick bell metal is defintly a plus. A decent spin reel here in the box box store will cost you $60 just for the reel.i think I'm going to purchace one and try it.

[@ScubaChris]

I was the first one on YT to try one as i couldn't find anythingonline about it. So i decided to get the 1K & really liked it! Than the 500. By then i was sold. Getting my 2nd 1K completed my circle.

[@jason6325]

@@ScubaChris that's awesome. You have convinced me to buy one. Then if i like it I'll buy 2 more. I'm sure they are great I work allot. So don't get to fish as much as i would like. I defintly try to go on the weekends during the summer months. I'm sure it's perfect for my use. I just want one that will hold up and catch fish. I have been using a couple lews spin casts and they have treated me well. They are $60 a piece though. I want 2 more rod and reels to complete my circle. I am hoping these you use are good. Thanks again. Tight lines. From arkansas!

[@coletaylor832]

I’m glad you reviewed this. I ordered the carbon fiber looking one. It’s a 7k series too. I couldn’t beat it for the price, and it’s going on a budget 6’10 rod.

[@ScubaChris]

On the first day hit a shark. That reel was strong enough to bring it into the pier but it finally bit through the carbon steel hook. Since that day i put in my order for a second 7K reel. As you said hard to beat the price. My local friend who also uses it for shoreline fishing is quite happy with hers as well.

[@Hollywoodheatha]

I ordered this reel from Temu! Can’t wait to try it. thanks for the info

[@ScubaChris]

I really like this 7K! My friend who i mentioned in this vid also loves hers. So i just purchased my 2nd 7K off Temu. Makes sense as i normally fish with 2 rigs. The Price is right! (sorry for copyright infringements on that) lol

[@modernart86]

Aloha from hawaii my braddah. Thanks for this review. I been eyeing these up on temu as well but I already have a decent Shimano setup. Now I’m thinking of getting a 3rd setup with some cheaper but pretty good stuff for fun to mess around with. I’m liking the 4000 series size so I’m guessing 5000 for this would be similar to a 4000 for Shimano or Diawa? I know reel sizes differ for companies and models. But this is awesome thanks man!

[@ScubaChris]

I now have the full set from 1K - 7K with the power handles. Just spooled them all.

[@carlericpickett597]

It is a nice reel. I have one. Very strong and smooth.

[@ScubaChris]

Aren't they though? Amazing since they're so inexpensive!

[@douglasvincent1967]

I have the DK7000. Not sure what the difference is between it and the DKII is. However, i replaced the handle buahings with sealed bearings and added the missing shaft nut lock screw.

[@ScubaChris]

For the price it is hard to beat!

[@ahiboyy1350]

Unko Chris you think you can plug for uluas with those reels?

[@ScubaChris]

Honesty i feel the gearing isn't strong/thick enough for that as these are "basic" spinning reels. For general all around spinning it's a great reel. I may be wrong but it's my gut feeling on these.

[@Mrfatsacks]

Hello from St. Louis Missouri have you had a chance to use the reel yet also do you think it would hold up against fish between 30 and 60 pounds ? Thanks for posting the video I got the 7000 size but I was worried about river fishing with it

[@ScubaChris]

I tried it yesterday. Got a huge strike but it bit through the hook. Most likely a shark. Now when you get a sizeable strike i rarely rely on my reel to horse it in. It's mostly the resilience of the rod i'm using combing the length to the recoil action to tire out the fish. I use the reel more as a "brake". Meaning i don't pit the reel's braking system right off the bat. But in this case i had to because it was striping out my spool for maybe a minute. I did stop the run roughly 30sec into the fight. So yes the reel had stopping power! I used 25lb mono so didn't apply a lot of force, just enough. 30sec after it was running parallel to me the line went slack. Bit through the 5/0 carbon steel hook. Could've been a big Cuda as well. But instead of being pissed i was happy to see the reel felt "heavy" & solid enough to power back that run. Notice on the app there are several listings for that model. I just checked again. The 1/2/3/4/5/6/7K when you hit the sizes have the rounded Gomexus styled handle. The 9/10/12K size has a regular hand grip when the pic shows after you hit it. Be careful on ordering. I was thinking of getting the 1K for light bait applications & the 4K for all around spinning. Only thought of that last night as that power run showed me what this reel can do! Not thin metaled or has a "plastic" look or feel. I tighten the drag & pulled line. Wow! Not easy. And it really looks sharp. The feel of that knob in my hand felt assuring as well.

[@ScubaChris]

I put on 25lb mono. Felt good! I used the Soft Steel brand. Use whatever brand or strength that you think would be best for the areas you fish & you're targeted species. Of course you'd get more braid yardage on. Going for Cats?

[@Mrfatsacks]

Yes blue catfish and flatheads I use abugarcia 6500 pro rockets I have super tuned and I’m starting to get into spinning reels for bank fishing I have kastking 30 pound monofilament right now I will be using that and thank you for all you videos my family is from Guam and I have bought them all penn battle 3 spinning reels size 8000 I have yet to use one of those here on the Mississippi River ! I wanted to try this reel you reviewed first to see how it holds up I have caught a few catfish around 20 pounds with the Abu garcia reels but I’m still not getting a good cast out of them ! I’m using 7,6 madcatz heavy action rod and 10foot heavy action rod also a fiblink snipper rod 12 foot I’ll be putting the spinning reel onto

[@ScubaChris]

@@Mrfatsacks I used to visit Guam 3-5x a year. En-route to Asia via Continental Airlines. Do you know Steven Norby there? Just remember you can get more yardage using 20 or 25lb mono.

[@Mrfatsacks]

I don’t know him and thank you I went with 25 pound mono my family has a small ranch on Guam

[@brandone6252]

Just got mine plan on ordering 4 more

[@ScubaChris]

Price is right. I know it's a "no frills" type of reel but it does get the job done. And its so inexpensive!

[@brandone6252]

I got 30 lb braid line an I can say it’s quality too

[@ScubaChris]

At first i regarding these as "disposable" reels but none of mine had any issues. I have many friends that are catching shoreline species & nobody is having issues with them. They're all giving me the "online credit" of first ordering these. If that's true then i'm glad it's working well for everyone. @@brandone6252

[@brandone6252]

I am going to try it out on my boat

[@wasabi4u724]

Hmm, plate lunch or a new reel.... is that with or without extra scoop rice? tough choice brah... I can skip eating for 1 day, I guess. =) Can't wait to see you hook up some papios.

[@ScubaChris]

I'm always leary of overseas products but if you watch the video my local friend Lynn gave me permission to use her name & what she caught using this reel a week ago. She said she likes this reel. The pic she sent me is in this video with her consent. A good day for anyone!

[@samuelgonzalez3275]

You think I could remove the knob and put it on a Daiwa spinning reel

[@ScubaChris]

Try it.

[@user-hn9kh9qk1u]

Can you switch the handle to right hand?

[@ScubaChris]

yes

[@user-vn6xn6oq1j]

I got the same real too

[@ScubaChris]

Not bad for the price!

[@ScubaChris]

Really not bad for the price!

[@user-vn6xn6oq1j]

I took it out last night I really like it.... it's very smooth

[@ScubaChris]

@@user-vn6xn6oq1j It is! And inexpensive too.

[@fmbjay0166]

CAN WE GET A CATCH AND COOK SCUBA STEVE 👏🏾❤️

[@ScubaChris]

I usually release all my fish. If i do keep something it's because a family member or a friend asks. Chris

[@Duimpie-rb3xm]

Does it rust??

[@ScubaChris]

No, had all of mine for over a year. No rust or breakdowns.

[@Duimpie-rb3xm]

@@ScubaChris have you had it in the water and it doesnt rust inside at all ?

[@ScubaChris]

@@Duimpie-rb3xm As with any reel it depends on how you care for it. When i take them out i always bring a portable water mist spray bottle in my car. It gets rinsed off before i leave my location & once home i do it again. They're not sealed so please be aware of that.

[@SimpleDiy106]

Can i use this in saltwater

[@ScubaChris]

I do. Just rinse it off after usage like any other reel & you'll be fine.

[@SimpleDiy106]

@@ScubaChris respect brother🙏

[@truthaus6840]

No. It has no seal above the shaft bearing. No seals around handle, its a plastic sleeve. I fish jetski, so reels get wet, locked up after 1st use. Packed in some grease, filled all seal areas, works but not smooth.

[@ScubaChris]

Yes, for what you do being in salt spray i'd say no. This is an inexpensive unit for basically shoreline & freshwater usage. I'd never take it on the water. I've used it from the shoreline with no issues. Thank you for adding your experiences in. @@truthaus6840

[@poepflater]

I would apply some WD40 before and after... (the WD stands for water displacement)