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Penn Slammer IV DX Spinning Reels
Penn Slammer IV DX Spinning Reels

The Penn Slammer IV DX takes Penns class leading Slammer IV up a notch. The Slammer IV DX has incorporated CNC Gear Technology and upgraded material. This material for the main gear and pinion is ultra durable stainless steel to give best in class durability all while retaining the smoothness you ha...ve come to expect. The additional bearing rides in the spool so the Dura-Drag(TIVl) is dually supported and Penn has included a spare Hypalon handle knob for ultimate comfort on the water.9+1 Sealed Stainless Steel Ball Bearing System (2 bearings in the spool)Hypalon spare handle knobImproved IPH6 sealingHydrophobic bearing in line rollerSlammer Drag System with Dura DragReduced rotor weight

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I like the reel but there are a couple of improvements that could be made.

Dillon
2 years ago

The reel is very smooth but after a night out, you need to wash it or the line roller will become noisy. It has gotten to the point where I had to take it apart and service it to get rid of the noise. The only real issue I have was this drag knob catching the line and creating wind knots that snaps when casting. If you don't manually pick up the line and put it on the line roller,… read more it will be caught by the drag knob and sit on the spool edge. This is especially troublesome when fishing in the dark. I've had my line snapped 3 times within a week with this issue, which can really ruin your trip.

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Amazing reel

Christopher K.
2 years ago

Love this reel Works flawlessly.

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Grinding noises within a month

Dan
2 years ago

I bought this reel mid April and with in three weeks it make a loud grinding noise when fighting even a small fish. It's not very convenient to have to send a brand new reel in... I haven't even called penn yet, I'm disgusted this is the second penn reel this has happened with for me.

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Better than a Japanese made Shimano

Justin
2 years ago

Beats my Shimano made by Japan. Much happier with this over my Shimano I had before. Great bearings and came smooth out of the box.

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YMX

YMX
2 years ago

From Japan
This model will probably not be imported to Japan, and even if it is, it will not be cheaper than buying it from Tackle Direct.
(Although, on the contrary, you can buy Shimano Stella SW in Japan for less than in the U.S.)

First of all, this is made in China, but if you don't mind that, the PENN Slammer 5500 DX is wonderfully comfortable to wind, and… read more if you can get it at this price, you will be happy even if it is not a Stella SW!
I can expect the durability of stainless steel gears in addition to a winding feel that is comparable to the Stella SW8000HG that I have, which is probably the same size.

Unfortunately, however, the 4500DX, which I purchased later in the day, was disappointing to wind up with, as it seemed to be made in China, not quite the same line!
It looks like it will be reborn with Japanese bearings and the latest lubricant service.

Is the bearing standard for this reel metric?

Looking forward to seeing the 2500DX in stock.

ymx

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Great boat or bank reel

H
2 years ago

Good for bank surf fishing and salt water deep sea. Good quality is smooth

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Great jetty fishing reel

Will
2 years ago

Good for jetty fishing and pier fishing. Smooth reel and handle are improved. Braid ready reel.

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High Speed

Pierce
3 years ago

They dont have HS in the DX models?

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Dx slammer is great option

Jay
3 years ago

salt or fresh its a great option for fishing. I like the dx better than the standard

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3500 Pre-Release

Dave
3 years ago

Went out on a local charter whose captain also happens to run a great tackle shop and is a big Penn dealer in the North East. The Penn rep had dropped this off the day before and I got to take the first few fish with it. A monster Bluefish in the 30†range hit it first and I made quick work out of it with the 3500 size reel. It got a couple small runs on be but the drag was… read more set pretty tight, and no doubt this could have handled bigger and more powerful fish. Smooth operation all around.

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Penn Slammer IV DX Spinning Reels Questions and Answers

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Asked by Aaron 2 years ago

does the slammer 2500 have a different drag system than the other slammer sizes?

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Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Aaron, The Penn Slammer IV DX 2500 has the HT-100 Drag system and the 3500-8500 models have the Dura Drag system. Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with!</span>

Asked by Steve 2 years ago

Can the handle be moved to either side of the reel?

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Bernie - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

Hello Steve, <p>Yes, The handle on the Penn Slammer IV DX can be switched from left to right. </p>

Asked by Will 2 years ago

Am I able to get the alumina hall handle on the 2500 reel instead of the Eva foam one? I would much rather prefer the aluminum handle. Thanks for your help

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Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Will, The Penn Slammer IV in the 2500 size comes with the EVA power knob and does not come with the aluminum power knob. You can most certainly order an aluminum handle from Penn or other third party sellers. Please let us know if there is anythi

Asked by Will 2 years ago

Am I able to purchase the aluminum handle on the Penn slammer 2500 because I have the Eva foam one and I would like to have the aluminum handle knob. 

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Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Will, We unfortunately do not sell the aluminum handle for Penn Slammer IV. You can contact Penn and see if they offer to sell one to you at 1 (800) 892-5444 or find one on other third party sellers that have the part you are looking for. Please

Asked by mike 2 years ago

looking to use this on a 10 or 12 foot rod. considering the 5500 or 6500? currently running a penn 704z

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Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Mike, The Penn Slammer IV DX 4500 and 5500 will fit your 10ft rod well and the 5500 to 7500 sized reel will fit your 12ft rod well depending on your application. Please let us know if you may need any further assistance! Tight Lines!</span>

Asked by Jonathan Salas 2 years ago

is the 4500dx paired up good with a 7.2 medium heavy field &stream black spec rod - for tarpon, snook, redfish and jack ??<p> </p>

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Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Jonathan, A Penn SLAIV4500DX Slammer IV DX Spinning Reel would pair well a 7'2" Medium-Heavy rod for targeting Snook, Redfish, and Jacks. This would be a little light for Tarpon fishing applications. I would recommend a Tsunami TSCSHDII801XH-B Ca

Asked by jonathan salas 2 years ago

is the 4500dx paired up good with a 7.2 medium heavy rod for tarpon, snook, red fish and jack ?

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Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Jonathan, a Penn Slammer IV 4500 DX would pair well with a 7ft 2" Medium-Heavy action rod for fishing Snook, Redfish, Jack, and small Tarpon inshore fishing applications. Please let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight L

Asked by Charles R Jordan 2 years ago

Are the line spools interchangeable between the 4500 Dx and the 5500Dx.If so or not what are the prices on spare spools. 

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Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Charles, According to Penn, The Penn Slammer IV 4500 and 5500 DX models do not have interchangeable spools. Please contact Penn fishing to purchase spare spool assemblies for these models. </span><a>https://www.pennfishing.com/pages/contact-us</a

Asked by Charles Jordan 2 years ago

Do you have a reliable weight on the 4500 and the 5500 models. Curious how the weight compares to the new vr75. Thanks chuck.

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Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Charles, According to Penn Fishing, The Penn Slammer IV DX Model 4500 weighs 15oz, The 5500 DX model weighs 22.2 oz, and the Van Staal VR 75 weighs 9.0oz. Please let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight Lines. </span>

Asked by Billy vu 3 years ago

Are all the sizes manual bail trip?

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Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 3 years ago

<span>Hi Billy, According to Penn, the Penn Slammer IV black and Gold and The Penn Slammer IV DX models both have the same bail trips for the following models: sizes 2500-5500 have automatic bail trip, and sizes 6500-10500 have manual bail trip. Please le

Asked by Billy vu 3 years ago

Do these have an automatic or manual bail trip? Also what's the difference between this and the the black and gold slammer iv? Thank you

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Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 3 years ago

<span>Hi Billy, The Penn Slammer IV DX Model sizes: 2500-5500 have automatic bail trip, and sizes 6500-10500 have manual bail trip. The big differences between the Penn Slammer IV black and gold vs. the Penn Slammer IV DX models are 1) The DX has 9+1 Seal

Asked by Mr Spicy 3 years ago

Would the internals of the DX swap out with the standard black and gold slammer IV?  

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Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 3 years ago

<span>According to Penn, the internals of the Penn Slammer IV and the Penn Slammer IV DX are the same size. As long as you have two of the same size model reel, you will be able to swap out the internals of the Slammer IV DX. Please let us know if theres

Asked by Peter 3 years ago

Buying from Canada, shipping inluded

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Billy - TackleDirect Customer Service 3 years ago

Shipping cost is not included in the price of the item. You will be able to see shipping costs and options when you enter your delivery information at checkout.