Daiwa 23 Commander Rods
Daiwa 23 Commander Rods - 641HFB MERLON is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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The Specs
| MODEL | ACTION | TYPE | LENGTH | TAPER | CAST WEIGHT | ROD RATING | PIECES |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MODEL 23 TD COMMANDER 681ULRS GRIFFIN | ACTION Ultra-Light | TYPE Spin | LENGTH 6'8"/203cm | TAPER Reg | CAST WEIGHT 0.5-5g | ROD RATING 1.5-3kg | PIECES 1 |
| MODEL 23 TD COMMANDER 681LFS SNOWFINCH | ACTION Light | TYPE Spin | LENGTH 6'8"/203cm | TAPER Fast | CAST WEIGHT 2-9g | ROD RATING 2-4kg | PIECES 1 |
| MODEL 23 TD COMMANDER 6102ULFS BACKFIRE | ACTION Ultra-Light | TYPE Spin | LENGTH 6'10"/208cm | TAPER Fast | CAST WEIGHT 2-9g | ROD RATING 1.5-3kg | PIECES 1 |
| MODEL 23 TD COMMANDER 712MFS SWEEPER | ACTION Medium | TYPE Spin | LENGTH 7'1"/216cm | TAPER Fast | CAST WEIGHT 5-27g | ROD RATING 4-8kg | PIECES 2 |
| MODEL 23 TD COMMANDER 722ULFS ONCILLA | ACTION Ultra-Light | TYPE Spin | LENGTH 7'2"/218cm | TAPER Fast | CAST WEIGHT 2-9g | ROD RATING 1.5-3kg | PIECES 2 |
| MODEL 23 TD COMMANDER 722MLXS LONGBOLT | ACTION Med-Light | TYPE Spin | LENGTH 7'2"/218cm | TAPER Fast | CAST WEIGHT 5-21g | ROD RATING 3-6kg | PIECES 2 |
| MODEL 23 TD COMMANDER 722MHXS HELLKAT | ACTION Med-Heavy | TYPE Spin | LENGTH 7'2"/218cm | TAPER Fast | CAST WEIGHT 7-40g | ROD RATING 4-9kg | PIECES 2 |
| MODEL 23 TD COMMANDER 722HFS DWELLER | ACTION Heavy | TYPE Spin | LENGTH 7'2"/218cm | TAPER Fast | CAST WEIGHT 12-50g | ROD RATING 6-12kg | PIECES 2 |
| MODEL 23 TD COMMANDER 742LXS OCELOT | ACTION Light | TYPE Spin | LENGTH 7'4"/224cm | TAPER Fast | CAST WEIGHT 2-9g | ROD RATING 2-5kg | PIECES 2 |
| MODEL 23 TD COMMANDER 762HXS GARUDA | ACTION Heavy | TYPE Spin | LENGTH 7'6"/229cm | TAPER Fast | CAST WEIGHT 12-50g | ROD RATING 6-12kg | PIECES 2 |
| MODEL 23 TD COMMANDER 641LFB PIXY | ACTION Light | TYPE Baitcast | LENGTH 6'4"/193cm | TAPER Fast | CAST WEIGHT 3.5-14g | ROD RATING 2-5kg | PIECES 1 |
| MODEL 23 TD COMMANDER 641HFB MERLION | ACTION Heavy | TYPE Baitcast | LENGTH 6'4"/193cm | TAPER Fast | CAST WEIGHT 15-70g | ROD RATING 6-12kg | PIECES 1 |
| MODEL 23 TD COMMANDER 691MMHRB JACKALOPE | ACTION Med-Med-Heavy | TYPE Baitcast | LENGTH 6'9"/206cm | TAPER Reg | CAST WEIGHT 10-45g | ROD RATING 4-9kg | PIECES 1 |
| MODEL 23 TD COMMANDER 702MLXB REACTION | ACTION Med-Light | TYPE Baitcast | LENGTH 7'0"/213cm | TAPER Fast | CAST WEIGHT 3-18g | ROD RATING 3-6kg | PIECES 2 |
| MODEL 23 TD COMMANDER 702XHRB JUGGERNAUT | ACTION Heavy | TYPE Baitcast | LENGTH 7'0"/213cm | TAPER Reg | CAST WEIGHT 25-85g | ROD RATING 8-15kg | PIECES 2 |
| MODEL 23 TD COMMANDER 712MFB BASILISK | ACTION Medium | TYPE Baitcast | LENGTH 7'1"/216cm | TAPER Fast | CAST WEIGHT 5-23g | ROD RATING 4-8kg | PIECES 2 |
| MODEL 23 TD COMMANDER 722HFB DUCKFIN | ACTION Heavy | TYPE Baitcast | LENGTH 7'2"/218cm | TAPER Fast | CAST WEIGHT 15-70g | ROD RATING 8-15kg | PIECES 2 |
| MODEL 23 TD COMMANDER 722XXHRB GARGANAUT | ACTION XX-Heavy | TYPE Baitcast | LENGTH 7'2"/218cm | TAPER Reg | CAST WEIGHT 40-170g | ROD RATING 10-24kg | PIECES 2 |
Product Description
The Daiwa 23 TD Commander series represents one of the most technically advanced and refined Australian lure rod ranges Daiwa has ever produced. Deeply rooted in Daiwa’s legendary TD heritage, the Commander name has long been associated with elite rod development, originally linked to Japanese angling icons who helped shape some of Daiwa’s most respected rod series.
The 23 TD Commander continues that philosophy while being purpose-built specifically for Australian fishing conditions and modern local lure techniques. Developed with direct input from Australian anglers and tailored to local species, environments and fishing styles, the TD Commander range delivers highly specialised performance across an enormous variety of applications.
At the heart of the range is Daiwa’s advanced SVF Nanoplus blank construction combined with X45X Full Shield technology. The ultra-high-density SVF graphite blank dramatically reduces excess resin content, creating rods that feel exceptionally lightweight, crisp and highly sensitive while still maintaining excellent lifting power and durability.
X45X Full Shield technology further enhances overall rod performance by eliminating blank twist throughout the entire rod. This improves casting accuracy, blank recovery and lure responsiveness while increasing overall feel and control during technical fishing situations. The result is a rod series that feels incredibly connected and precise when fishing finesse plastics, hardbodies, swimbaits and reaction-style lures.
One of the standout features of the TD Commander range is its premium guide and component package. A hybrid guide train combining Fuji Titanium SiC guides and Daiwa AGS carbon fibre guide technology dramatically reduces overall rod weight while maximising sensitivity and blank response. This lightweight guide configuration improves casting efficiency and transmits even the smallest lure vibrations and subtle bites directly into the angler’s hand.
The baitcast models within the range also introduce Daiwa’s innovative ZERO SEAT reel seat system featuring an offset trigger grip design. By lowering the reel position closer into the hand, the ZERO SEAT system improves overall ergonomics, reel palming comfort and lure control during technical casting applications.
The 23 TD Commander lineup covers an enormous range of Australian lure fishing styles and target species. From ultra-light finesse fishing for bream, trout and bass through to barra, cod, mulloway and heavy swimbait applications, the range features highly refined tapers and actions designed around specific lure techniques and fishing scenarios rather than generic all-round use.
Built specifically for anglers wanting the highest level of modern Australian lure rod performance, the Daiwa 23 TD Commander series delivers elite sensitivity, refined control and cutting-edge rod technology across one of the most advanced lure rod lineups available today.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
SVF Nanoplus blank construction delivers exceptional lightweight sensitivity, crisp blank recovery and refined lure responsiveness across technical lure fishing applications.
X45X Full Shield technology eliminates blank twist throughout the rod, improving casting accuracy, lure control and overall rod stability under load.
The ultra-high-density graphite construction reduces overall rod weight while maintaining impressive fish-fighting strength and durability.
The hybrid Fuji Titanium SiC and Daiwa AGS guide train significantly reduces overall guide weight while maximising sensitivity and blank response.
Daiwa AGS carbon fibre guide technology improves vibration transmission and overall lure feel during finesse and technical fishing applications.
The innovative ZERO SEAT baitcast reel seat design lowers the reel closer into the hand, improving ergonomics, reel palming comfort and casting control.
Technique-specific tapers throughout the range allow anglers to fish finesse plastics, hardbodies, swimbaits, topwater lures and reaction baits with highly refined control.
The lightweight and balanced construction reduces fatigue during long casting sessions while maintaining exceptional sensitivity and fish control.
Purpose-built for Australian fishing conditions with locally developed models covering freshwater, estuary and inshore lure fishing applications.


