Penn Authority Spinning Reels Review

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Asked by Jon H 2 years ago

Interested in a 6500any recommendations for a rod to pair with it?

Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Jon, For the Penn Authority, we recommend the Ocean Tackle international Fathom Blade Jigging rod rated 400g in the spinning configuration ( </span><a href="https://www.tackledirect.com/ocean-tackle-international-fathom-blade-jigging-rods-2019-mo

Asked by EDWARD KOPACK 2 years ago

are penn authority reel manual or auto bail?

Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Edward, The Penn Authority reels in 4500 size and down have auto bails and reels 5500 and over have manual bails. Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with!</span>

Asked by Kane 2 years ago

Whats the weight on the 4500 model?

Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Kane, The Penn Authority in 4500 size comes in at a weight of about 15oz. Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with!</span>

Asked by Clayton Folsom 2 years ago

What is a good rod to pair with the Penn Authority 3500 or 4500 for saltwater fishing?I mostly fish the river and the beach.

Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Clayton, We recommend the St. Croix mojo inshore in the 7ft or 7ft 6in medium heavy rod ( </span><a href="https://www.tackledirect.com/st-croix-mojo-inshore-spinning-rods.html">https://www.tackledirect.com/st-croix-mojo-inshore-spinning-rods.html

Asked by David 2 years ago

Interested in the 4500 model but really want a manual bail on my reels..... Can you advise which sizes have a manual bail vs. Auto? Thanks.<p><br /></p>

Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi David, The Penn Authority 4500 does come with an auto bail and comes with a manual bail in the 5500 size and up. Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with!</span>

Asked by Frank 2 years ago

Please Clarify.  Can these reels be dunked in saltwater and have the handle cranked while under saltwater and not allow water to penetrate the internal components like the Van. Staal reals?

Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Frank, The Penn Authority reels are stated to be fully sealed and are designed to be able to handle splashing and dunking. We are unsure to what degree they compare to the Van Staal as they are not released yet. Please let us know if there is any

Asked by Shaun 2 years ago

Do you ship express internationally specifically to south Africa 

Billy - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

These reels are on pre order currently. We do ship internationally and offer several shipping options, including express shipping options. 

Asked by Fais 2 years ago

May i know what's the differences between this and the Slammer? Thabks. 

Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Fais, There are a few differences between the New Penn Authority and the Penn Slammer. The Authority is more sealed than the slammer and are made with more premium material and parts such as stainless steel gears. Please let us know if there is a

Asked by Traylon 2 years ago

What is the braid capacity on these reels

Billy - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

Penn has not released the exact specs for this reel yet, however they appear to have the same line capacity as the Slammer IV in equivalent sizes. <p><br /></p><p>For example, the 4500 Slammer IV gets 235 yards of 12 lb mono and 320 yards of 20 lb braid.

Asked by Zack 2 years ago

Max drag?

Bernie - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

Hello Zack, <p><br /></p><p>The Penn Authority max drag is as follows. </p><p>ATH2500 20LBS OF DRAG</p><p>ATH3500 & ATH4500 30LBS OF DRAG </p><p>ATH5500 & ATH6500 40LBS OF DRAG </p><p>ATH7500 & ATH8500 50LBS OF DRAG </p><p>ATH10500 60LBS OF DRAG</p>

Asked by Donald 2 years ago

What's the drag rating for the 5500 and the 6500, for example? DONALD R A / Ottawa<p><br /></p>

Bernie - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

Hello Donald, <p><br /></p><p>The new Penn Authority reel in the 5500 and the 6500 has 40lbs of drag</p>

Asked by Ted Babiy 2 years ago

Where are these (the Authority models) made?

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Ted, According to Penn, The Penn Authority Spinning Reels are made in China. Please let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight Lines. </span>

Asked by DJ 2 years ago

IPX8 ?   Means what ?   As sealed as a VSX ?   A VR ?   A Slammer ?  A Shield ?

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi DJ, The IPX 8 rating on the reel is a rating in the consumer industry that rates how water resistant a product is. The IPX 8 rated sealing on the Penn Authority is higher than that of the Penn Slammer IV which has an IPX 6 rating. Please let us k

Asked by luis torres 2 years ago

how much dose 5500 reel Weights 

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Luis, The Penn Authority 5500 comes in at a weight of approximately 23.6oz. Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with!</span>