Spinning reel for fluke

[John D.]

I need a decent spinning reel to pair with a Black Hole Challenger 7’ L (2.5 oz) for bucktailing fluke on charter boats.

I currently use a Daiwa BGMQ4000D-XH (10 oz) but would like to get down to around 7-8oz on the reel. I love the reel and price, but feel like it is a bit overkill. The 3000D-XH is basically the same size and only an ounce lighter.

Any recommendations appreciated and would like to stay under $300.

Thanks