PENN Warfare Level Wind Conventional Fishing Reel (All Models & Sizes) review and price compare 2025
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Product overview
| Brand | Penn |
| Material | Synthetic |
| Hand Orientation | Right Hand |
| Color | Red, Multicolor |
| Handle Material | Aluminum |
| Item Weight | 1.4 Pounds |
| Bearing Material | Aluminum |
product features
- Lightweight graphite frame and sideplates
- Forged and machined aluminum spool
- Machined brass main and pinion gear
- HT-100 carbon fiber drag washers
- Instant anti-Reverse bearing
- Line capacity rings
product description
The Penn Warfare Level Wind Reel was engineered to be an extremely versatile all-around reel at an affordable price. It features a lightweight graphite frame and side-plates with aluminum frame rings for improved rigidity to prevent frame-flex. HT-100 carbon fiber drag washers provide smooth drag under heavy loads. Line capacity rings help eliminate the question of how much line you have left when fighting a fish. Reel has a forged and machined aluminum spool, machined brass main and pinion gear. The reel is also equipped with an instant anti-reverse bearing feature.
product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 7 x 6 x 4 inches; 1.4 Pounds
- Item model number : 641-1366185
- Department : Unisex-adult
- Date First Available : April 6, 2015
- Manufacturer : Pure Fishing
- ASIN : B011OCRNPC
important information
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Questions about PENN Warfare Level Wind Conventional Fishing Reel (All Models & Sizes)
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I want one for right handed and with about 60 pound braided line and line counter. Which one do i want ???
Answer: They make one w counter but I don't own one but really like the real
Answer: Try Penn 1481313. It’s a Levelwind with line counter meant for 30 lb test, but will hold loads of 60 lb braided. The issue may be if drag can handle heavy loads.
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Would the war20 be good for catfish?
Answer: Should be great for catfish
Answer: Yes! If you're going for lunker cats, the 20 would be perfect. I was using the 30LWLC for big lingcod (10-30lbs) in the ocean and it made quick, easy work of them.
Answer: It's a bit much unless your going for 50lbs catch fish
Answer: Yes I use for 70lb flathead cat
Q:
How do i activate the bait clicker on the 20lw?
Answer: there should be a button on the opposite side from the leaver. The button slides to activate the clicker.
Answer: Should b small 1/4 inch silver button on side
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When i cast the bait clicker comes on is it suppost to?? Never owned one this type of reel before
Answer: No it should not come on.
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Would the war15 with a line counter be a good reel for walleye 6 foot 6 inch trolling rod?
Answer: We have the 30’s with line counters and use them for snagging spoonbills or paddlefish here in Missouri, and are very satisfied.
Answer: Not a good reel, I returned
Answer: Warfare design flaw,clicker shaft wears threw if used constantly...
Answer: Will work perfectly!
Answer: I thank it would be
Q:
Is this made in USA?
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Does it come with the line counter?
Answer: The Penn Warfare with Line Counter is Model #WAR15LWLC. It will have a large counter dial on the top right side of the reel.
Answer: Yes is has a line counter
Answer: Mine did. It say lwlc I believe
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Is the penn warefare 30lwlh a good reel for deep jigging with bucktails and diamond jigs?
Answer: Yes, I would say so. I was jigging 8-10oz leadheads & chrome bars for rockfish & lingcod this season off the WA Coast and it worked like a champ. The line counter was fairly accurate to like maybe 1-2' when I did a comparison between the line counter and what the skipper was seeing on his depthfinder. Awesome reel, will probably buy another as a spare.
Answer: I would think so. It's not too big. I have 4 of these reels. For trolling for stripers, hybrids and white bass. Also use for bottom bouncing live bait.
Answer: No
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Could the 15lwlh be used to fish for fluke, taug, stripers? And is the 15lwlh a line counter because when selected it shows it being a line counter.
Answer: Yes. This reel can handle the application you will use it for. I have 300 yrds of 50 lbs spiderwire and use flourocarbon topshots from 15 -40 lbs. Mine is non line counter.
Answer: I use my reel for 30 - 100 lb catfish in Mo. I have snagged a 78 lb Spoonbill with my 15lwlh last spring.
Answer: Works great not a line counter.
Answer: Yes, it can handle thosez and i believe what you selected is the warfare15LevelWindLeftHand(retrieve)
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what is the cp at the end of the style
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Is this reel the left hand retrieve line counter model?
Answer: Not Sure. I see that there are 89 questions that pertain to this one reel. I highly suggest that most of these people can find the real correct answers on Penn Reels website, which is http://www.pennfishing.com
Q:
I have a billfisher BT3060R-66 6'6'' 30-60lb what size of reel can i use for this rod
Answer: Penn warfare 30
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is this the left hand line counter 20 model?
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How many yard of 30lb braid can it hild?
Answer: 250 yards
Q:
My eccentric lever on 15 size (retrieve lever) is really hard to engage. Auto clutch feels stuck and hard to engage? Normal?
Answer: Doesn’t sound normal. I have three of them and none of them are hard
Answer: normal for junk reel!!
Q:
How does the 15 compare in size to an abu garcia 6500?
Answer: About the same, the C3 has slightly less line capacity, but with one more ball bearing, same drag and more metal compare to a graphite Warfare. If your going to pay more for the Abu buy the Penn Squall, its a much better reel than both.
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What is the best type of line to go with this Real and capacity.
Answer: Up to you I have 40 w about 200 yards of 100lb, braid
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Would the war15lw be suitable for casting to offshore species such as cobia & mahi mahi?
Answer: I'd reccomend a non level wind model for casting.
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how big is this
Answer: I have the 15 and it's a pretty good size. It's bigger than other penn 15 size models.
Q:
does it come with a reel clamp
Answer: Yes it does come with a reel clamp
Answer: yes, but I have a problem with this reel. I use it few times and it does not working properly anymore. I would like to return it. Please let me know how I can do it
Answer: It does not. Lightly keep your thumb on the spool as it drops down.
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I have a penn 309 level wind that i need to replace it is for trolling in the lake district what do you recommend i buy? thank you
Answer: Yes. Load it with 30 or 40 lbs braid and tie on mono or flouro leader depending on what your targeting. Personally, I prefer non level wind star drags for trolling. This reel is up to the task if you prefer a level wind. Good luck
Q:
Any one using this to troll with lead core line?
Answer: Yes I do. I troll for strippers,
Q:
The picture shows a line counter reel. The description doesn’t say it. Is it line counter?
Answer: in the model numbers LH = Left Hand, LC = Line Counter, and LW = Level Wind. WAR15LWLC = would be a Level Wind, Line Counter reel.
Answer: Not real sure on that one but the ones I have bought did not have counter sorry I couldn't b more help.
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The war20lw is not left handed right? I don't understand most of this series numbers I want to make sure it's for right handed people.
Answer: just the WAR(15/20)LWLCLH is left handed
Answer: The LW should be for level wind which I can see in the picture. No other designator for left-handed or LH so you're good.
Answer: If it's a left handed reel the model number will have an LH at the end.
Answer: All that I know for sure is the WAR15LW that I bought is right-handed. It does not say right or left handed on the box.
Answer: It's right handed.
Q:
does it have a ''clicking'', star drag adjustments?
Answer: Most reels,hv clicker don't have that model but all my Penn's click
Answer: Yes it does! It's a great reel, I have 7 Penn reel's all used for cat fishing.
Answer: no
Answer: Yes, it works great
Answer: Yes
Q:
What size reel would work good for catfishing off the bank with 40lb mono the war20lw or the war15lw?
Answer: Id go with the qar1515
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how much bounds this reel can carry???
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Is this good for GT's or uluas
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Why penn reels having problems with the bait clicker switch? when casting the bait clicker switch turn on. WAR15LWHL and WAR20LWHL.
Answer: I've never had that problem. If you mean having the clutch engage, I've had that. I think the handle can swing forward and trip the release.
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Is this left handed or right handed?
Answer: This is a left handed reel, the picture is of the back of the reel and you cant see the level wind guide.
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Is this a good reel for land or bank fishing?
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How was the reliability of the line counter?
Answer: First ones I’ve ever used so I wouldn’t be the best judge. Haven’t really tested with the depth finder to see how they compare.
Answer: Don’t know I use the eyeball
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How do you cast with this reel? I'm new to baitcaster, and wanna learn how to use them. Hopefully see this question lol.
Answer:
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Answer: I honestly learned from youtube as far as when to cast and how to set tension knobs. Odds are you wont get it first. Mt first time i got my thumb smashed 'neath the worm gear
Answer: This is a conventional reel, hard to cast. I use it on a boat for bottom fishing. I basically just drop the bait.
Answer: You can cast with any bait cast reel. I recommend watching YouTube vids. I’ve successfully casted with a Squall 30! Basically, you select the weight or lure size you’ll be using and tie it to the line. Then, tighten the drag (clockwise) all the way. Pull the release. Start loosing the drag SLOWLY until the weight drops to the ground smooth and even and with no bird nest. All done. The only other adjustment is you MIGHT have to THUMB the line when the weight hits the water, then release after so the bait will sink, then once the weight is on the bottom, turn the handle to auto engage the anti reverse.
Answer: First you need to set the tensioner on the side of it what you have that set then all you have to do is flip the lever up hold it casted and flip the handle
Answer: This reel is not a bait caster. It is for salt water fishing (wreck fishing) so you would drop the line straight down.
Q:
Is the war30lwcp right handed
Answer: Yes, and don't buy it, you can not cast these with any force at all, the handle will move enough to kick the switch out of free spool mid cast! Get the Okuma Coldwater, comes in left or right hand! The Penn War is fine as a boat reel only.
Answer: Yes its a good reel I also have spin cast its a good reel to
Answer: yes it is and I love this reel
Answer: Yes I do believe so
Q:
I want one for right handed and with about 60 pound braided line and line counter. Which one do i want ???
Answer: They make one w counter but I don't own one but really like the real
Answer: Try Penn 1481313. It’s a Levelwind with line counter meant for 30 lb test, but will hold loads of 60 lb braided. The issue may be if drag can handle heavy loads.
Q:
Braided line capacity for penn warfare 20lw ???
Answer: I put about 200yards of braid 100 lb then about 75 yards of 40lb mono I would think u could do abt 350 yards hope helps
Answer: At least 300 yards of 30lb test
Q:
Is this also for saltwater?
Answer: From what I’ve read it is, calls it a convention saltwater reel. Hope this helps. We use the 30’s for snagging Missouri paddle fish weighing 80 plus pounds, with 100# braid and two pounds of weight all day long for past two years.
Answer: It's all I use it for. Have three seasons on a couple of these reels. I use them as loaner reels when people are on the boat. They get abused heavily and never skip a beat. Definitely a good value for the relatively low cost of these reels.
Answer: :) I use mine strictly in the salt. Haven’t had any problems yet ????????
Q:
What is the max drag?
Answer: It has gt100 drags 15 pounds max
Answer: 15lbs. No problem for 30lb stripers on 9er rigs with 8oz trolling weights.
Answer: 15lbs
Answer: 15 lb I think.
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Is this a right handed reel?
Answer: Yes, the lefthand reel is "LH" at the end if the part number. It would read WAR20LWLH
Answer: Yes, right hand retrieve
Answer: Yes, RH
Q:
What size neoprene cover fits the 15?
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Hi I need In right hand?
Answer: Yes this is a right-handed reel
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Does it click when reeling in
Answer: Yes if u have that on,,
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Is the war30lwcp right handed
Answer: Yes, and don't buy it, you can not cast these with any force at all, the handle will move enough to kick the switch out of free spool mid cast! Get the Okuma Coldwater, comes in left or right hand! The Penn War is fine as a boat reel only.
Answer: Yes its a good reel I also have spin cast its a good reel to
Answer: yes it is and I love this reel
Answer: Yes I do believe so
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Is this right hand (rh) or left hand (lh) retrieve? the image shows it’s right hand retrieve but the description does not specify.
Answer: Penn Warfare model designation ends in LH for left hand retrieve reels. WAR15LWLC is right hand retrieve and WAR15LWLCLH is left hand retrieve model.
Answer: the one I received is right hand retrieve.
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Does the Penn Warfare come with a clamp for use on deck hand style rods?
Answer: yes
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What does CP mean?
Answer: I believe it means conventional pole.
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Does the clutch auto engage when you start reeling in? (For the Levelwind warfare 20)
Answer: Yes
Answer: Yes it does
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how much braid can it spool?
Answer: I put 300 yards of carbon mono on mine so I would say 350 to 400 yards of braided line with room to spare
Answer: I’ve got 300 yards of 35lb on mine. I had some room to spare for more. Invest in the braid. You won’t be disappointed.
Answer: I filled my 15 lw with 300 yards of spiderwire 50 lbs braid and about 10 yards of 25 lbs flouro
Answer: Not sure w braid my guess abt 500 to 600 urds I put abt 300 40lb mono test hope that helps
Q:
Can I use this for saltwater
Answer: Absolutely, this reel can be used in saltwater as well as fresh water. I purchased this reel for saltwater fishing. Just remember to rinse all of your fishing equipment with fresh water before you store it. Prolonged exposure to salt, trip after trip, or year after year will eventually take its toll on any product
Answer: Yes,I use mine offshore on the reefs in NT Australia.
Answer: Yes not the best Penn low level nothing big keep it in its class if you know what I mean
Q:
Does it click?
Answer: Yes it does, It gave a switch to enable the click
Answer: Yes it has a clicker which is a little stiff out of the box but is all good after a little use.
Answer: Yep
Answer: Yes has a button on the left side for clicker on or off.
Answer: Yes it does have a clicker.
Answer: Yes
Product reviews of PENN Warfare Level Wind Conventional Fishing Reel (All Models & Sizes)
Avid Angler : Want a good Penn reel
I returned this Penn Wafare reel, it had more quality issues than I have time to explain. Do yourself a favor and stay away from the Penn Warfare and the Rival. Want to buy a good Penn reel, pay the extra few Dollars and buy the Penn Squall... You'll be glad you did...
Amazon Customer : Great musky reel
Just took it out for the first time to my local small river for musky. No fish, but I would certainly say that this reel is nothing short of a "poor man's Tranx". The power of this reel combined with it's speed made pulling tens on bucktails and safety pin style spinners quite easy; even when casing down river. The reel itself is rather large for palming and fatigue did set in after burning the blades. It is a conventional reel so there are no brakes on the spool. I had no problems however and didn't backlash once in the two hours I was out. Fantastic reel for the price... Let's hope it remains that way in the long term.
Amazon Customer : Four Stars
Great reel. Super smooth. My only complaint is that the clicker switches on by itself sometimes when casting.
Jake : this reel is like a winch
Insane... this reel is like a winch. Worth every penny
ANGEL L CORREA : better item????
Awsome delivery service, better item????
Daniel Peddycord : Penn quality
Fishing
Chris C. : Junk
Literally fell apart right out of the box. I ordered two reels and both reels were defective. Absolute junk.
Amazon Customer : Line counter is the weak point.
Ordered 5 of the small line counter reels and had trouble right away with the line counter on 2 of them. After looking at the internals I can see that the shaft that runs the line counter is pretty flimsy and can easily disengage the counter.
My advice is don't but the line counter models. The rest of the reel is very solid though, I have one non line counter version and love it.
My advice is don't but the line counter models. The rest of the reel is very solid though, I have one non line counter version and love it.
Rodney Fisher : Penn is still the best reels
Very good surf fishing reel. Light and easy to reel the fish in. Must buy if you’re surf and rich fisherman
Jim Isbell : Doesn't work out of the box
We are all forced to buy "Chinese junk" but I am grateful to Amazon for allowing feedback which will hopefully in time improve quality. First, WHY would any seller not check out an item MADE in China, or anywhere else--you know, just to be sure the d thing works? This reel FEELS good in the hands, but the clicker does not FULLY disengage, there is an audible clicking when the freespool is engaged, AND there is considerable Force (drag) after engaging "free spool". It also has a line counter--which is not show in the photo--I don't like line counters, there function that I don't need, or want. I can't asses the durability but the comfort in the hand is fine. Looks and feels fine, just doesn't work correctly, out of the box.
Dave Miller : Kewp up the good work penn.
Good looking reel that works grwat.
kevin : Junk
Broken day #1
Henry : Great reel for bottom fishing
Holds 305 yards of 50 lbs braid. Great reel for bottom fishing. Silky smooth with nice comfortable handle. Lightweight.
Amazon Customer : Line counter is the weak point.
Ordered 5 of the small line counter reels and had trouble right away with the line counter on 2 of them. After looking at the internals I can see that the shaft that runs the line counter is pretty flimsy and can easily disengage the counter.
My advice is don't but the line counter models. The rest of the reel is very solid though, I have one non line counter version and love it.
My advice is don't but the line counter models. The rest of the reel is very solid though, I have one non line counter version and love it.
Daniel Peddycord : Penn quality
Fishing
Jake : this reel is like a winch
Insane... this reel is like a winch. Worth every penny
Jeffrey D. Weeks : Great reel
Great reel for trolling with downriggers 4 salmon are going off the coast for albacore tuna. I bought them with the line counters because a lot of times I'll use a 20 oz weight of the Flasher and a hoochie so it's important to know how much lines out so I can gauge my depth
Amazon Customer : Four Stars
Great reel. Super smooth. My only complaint is that the clicker switches on by itself sometimes when casting.
jason : Reel works well for the price will definently buy another ...
Reel works well for the price will definently buy another peen reel next I will be buying one with more than 15lbs but for the price gets the job done
Yellow kayak : ... with a 7 ft 3 in Lew's rod I'd like to try Muskie fishing with it for the price ...
Seems to be a well-made real I paired it with a 7 ft 3 in Lew's rod I'd like to try Muskie fishing with it for the price I couldn't go wrong Penn reels have been around almost as long as I have maybe longer reel does not have a break system so you need to be quick with your thumb other than that not a bad reel if you're good with a baitcaster you should have no trouble casting it
Gordon J. : Real
Very smooth real
Avid Angler : Want a good Penn reel
I returned this Penn Wafare reel, it had more quality issues than I have time to explain. Do yourself a favor and stay away from the Penn Warfare and the Rival. Want to buy a good Penn reel, pay the extra few Dollars and buy the Penn Squall... You'll be glad you did...
JA : Works good, but....
This is a great reel, but I have 2 issues.
1: When in free spool, you need to do 1 full rotation to get it to set and lock so you can start reeling in.
2: The alarm button likes to slide back to "alarm/clicker" sound when all you want is a silent retrieve.
Other than that it's a great inexpensive reel.
1: When in free spool, you need to do 1 full rotation to get it to set and lock so you can start reeling in.
2: The alarm button likes to slide back to "alarm/clicker" sound when all you want is a silent retrieve.
Other than that it's a great inexpensive reel.
Lynn M. : Great value
Great reel for the price...
Yellow kayak : ... with a 7 ft 3 in Lew's rod I'd like to try Muskie fishing with it for the price ...
Seems to be a well-made real I paired it with a 7 ft 3 in Lew's rod I'd like to try Muskie fishing with it for the price I couldn't go wrong Penn reels have been around almost as long as I have maybe longer reel does not have a break system so you need to be quick with your thumb other than that not a bad reel if you're good with a baitcaster you should have no trouble casting it
Steven F. Johnson : Level Wind stopped working
Plastic level wind gear lost two teeth when I set the hook on a large sand bass. My thumb was on the spool and the level wind pinched my thumb and broke two plastic teeth. A minor repair less than a $10 part including shipping.
I do like these reels, they cast well using 50# braid.
I do like these reels, they cast well using 50# braid.
Noodles : Excellent Value!
4 star because I only used it once so I can't comment on its "longevity".
It is kind of "plasticy", but considering I only paid about 70 bucks, I can live with that. It's very smooth and relatively fast with a 29'' retrieval per crank. And the winding power of the reel is good too. Generally speaking, this reel gave me the confidence to fight a 30 pound lingcod without any concern. By the way, I use it for saltwater lingcod and rockfish fishing on a boat (fishing approximately 200 feet deep), bottom fishing.
It is kind of "plasticy", but considering I only paid about 70 bucks, I can live with that. It's very smooth and relatively fast with a 29'' retrieval per crank. And the winding power of the reel is good too. Generally speaking, this reel gave me the confidence to fight a 30 pound lingcod without any concern. By the way, I use it for saltwater lingcod and rockfish fishing on a boat (fishing approximately 200 feet deep), bottom fishing.
Cory Lieby : I mounted mine on a 7ft TICA roller rod. ...
I mounted mine on a 7ft TICA roller rod. I use it for surf fishing around Galveston. I spooled it with 100lb braided line.
PickyKnifeMan : What a value........
excellent value
Jonathan Fletcher : Five Stars
Extremely good for the money, Warfare reels are a good bargain!
Steve A : Great small, left handed, trolling reel
To start off with the bad. It's very simple, there's one issue I have with this reel and it's that I really don't like the large knob on the handle. I wish it were 1/2 the size it is and might look into replacing it down the line. Outside of that, this reel is exactly what I was looking for.
I wanted a reel to do some walleye trolling and really dislike most of these kind of reels because, even if it's traditional, the handle is on the wrong side for right handed people. So finding a 15 size reel like this, with a line counter and with the handle on the left is difficult. I found this one and thought I'd give it a try. I'm glad I did because it's really great. (Disclaimer, I haven't taken this fishing yet, only attached it to the rod and spooled it up).
One of the most underrated features of this reel is the auto engage when you star reeling. It acts like a normal reel in that sense. Again, this is a feature that isn't traditionally in these kind of reels and what sets it apart from the rest I've looked at. To be able to free spool and then reel to re-engage the crank is awesome.
Most of the major parts on the reel are made of metal except the housing. And for a reel that's under $80, I'm fine with that. But even with the plastic housing, everything has the "feel" of being well made.
It has a really positive clicker that you can turn on/off. And the line counter does what it's supposed to do.
I just happen to have swooped in during a sale and got the reel for under $50. I gave this 5 stars because on a scale of value & performance, I'd be willing to bet you couldn't find a lower cost reel, with as many features, that costs in this rage. If this reel was $150 I wouldn't bat an eye spending that on it.
I wanted a reel to do some walleye trolling and really dislike most of these kind of reels because, even if it's traditional, the handle is on the wrong side for right handed people. So finding a 15 size reel like this, with a line counter and with the handle on the left is difficult. I found this one and thought I'd give it a try. I'm glad I did because it's really great. (Disclaimer, I haven't taken this fishing yet, only attached it to the rod and spooled it up).
One of the most underrated features of this reel is the auto engage when you star reeling. It acts like a normal reel in that sense. Again, this is a feature that isn't traditionally in these kind of reels and what sets it apart from the rest I've looked at. To be able to free spool and then reel to re-engage the crank is awesome.
Most of the major parts on the reel are made of metal except the housing. And for a reel that's under $80, I'm fine with that. But even with the plastic housing, everything has the "feel" of being well made.
It has a really positive clicker that you can turn on/off. And the line counter does what it's supposed to do.
I just happen to have swooped in during a sale and got the reel for under $50. I gave this 5 stars because on a scale of value & performance, I'd be willing to bet you couldn't find a lower cost reel, with as many features, that costs in this rage. If this reel was $150 I wouldn't bat an eye spending that on it.
andrew : Not good
I have had 3 of these reels, 2 came from amazon and one from the "mart". The first one that came from here the bait clicker broke the 2nd time out, it was replaced by Amazon. The one from the "mart" died in 2019 the bait clicker once again broke and is stuck on. My replacement one from here died this AM, my first cast the bait clicker broke free and now is stuck on to. The reels work great until the bait clickers brake and cause reel to cast about 10ft. I will no longer buy Penn products, I also blew the gears out in a Penn 209. Abu garcia all the way from here out.
Amazon Customer : Great musky reel
Just took it out for the first time to my local small river for musky. No fish, but I would certainly say that this reel is nothing short of a "poor man's Tranx". The power of this reel combined with it's speed made pulling tens on bucktails and safety pin style spinners quite easy; even when casing down river. The reel itself is rather large for palming and fatigue did set in after burning the blades. It is a conventional reel so there are no brakes on the spool. I had no problems however and didn't backlash once in the two hours I was out. Fantastic reel for the price... Let's hope it remains that way in the long term.
Amazon Customer : Fish on the line
Deep sea fishing in the fall and worked like a champ. Reliable and smooth
Katie Shelby : Great value
I haven’t used it yet, but everything works smoothly and like it should. The only thing I have found wrong with this reel is the reel foot is very small for the size of the reel. I matched it with a Shimano Trevala S and the reel rocks side to side. I need to sign the reel foot to fit it snugly one there. All other Penn reels I own have a larger foot and fit securely in this rod. All of my other Abu Garcia’s fit the rod too. I haven’t found anything online about the reel foot being small. If your rod doesn’t have a trigger just below the reel seat, the included rod clamp will solve this issue, but unfortunately it won’t work with this rod.
Update: I finally got a chance to use this reel and I’m very impressed. Penn has stepped up there game and made a smooth reel that’s affordable. I fish in the ocean from a kayak a lot and I routinely take my reels apart to clean and re lube since the reels are within 1’ of the water all day. The inside had no salt crystals and penn had put a decent amount of there grease inside. I normally completely disassemble a reel after purchasing and put my own grease and oil, but decided I would try this one out as is. I ended up closing the reel back up without doing anything to it after fishing besides rinsing with fresh water.
Update: I finally got a chance to use this reel and I’m very impressed. Penn has stepped up there game and made a smooth reel that’s affordable. I fish in the ocean from a kayak a lot and I routinely take my reels apart to clean and re lube since the reels are within 1’ of the water all day. The inside had no salt crystals and penn had put a decent amount of there grease inside. I normally completely disassemble a reel after purchasing and put my own grease and oil, but decided I would try this one out as is. I ended up closing the reel back up without doing anything to it after fishing besides rinsing with fresh water.
Sir : Works great
Good beginner reel.
JA : Works good, but....
This is a great reel, but I have 2 issues.
1: When in free spool, you need to do 1 full rotation to get it to set and lock so you can start reeling in.
2: The alarm button likes to slide back to "alarm/clicker" sound when all you want is a silent retrieve.
Other than that it's a great inexpensive reel.
1: When in free spool, you need to do 1 full rotation to get it to set and lock so you can start reeling in.
2: The alarm button likes to slide back to "alarm/clicker" sound when all you want is a silent retrieve.
Other than that it's a great inexpensive reel.
Isaac : Feels like an expensive reel without the price
Second Penn product and for a good reason. You simply can't beat the price of this reel. Super easy to cast and clean. Would recommend for first time users
Long Tang : It does the job but build quality is not the greatest. Again what can you expect from an entry ...
This is an entry level reel. It does the job but build quality is not the greatest. Again what can you expect from an entry level reel.
Joe : Reel damaged
As I was putting line on the new reel I noticed 2 cracks in the housing of the reel. Very disappointed, what do I do now!
Pic is attached.
Please help, fishing trip planned for Dec. 30th.
Pic is attached.
Please help, fishing trip planned for Dec. 30th.
Tim : Great reel
Great reel, smooth good feel to it
Long Tang : It does the job but build quality is not the greatest. Again what can you expect from an entry ...
This is an entry level reel. It does the job but build quality is not the greatest. Again what can you expect from an entry level reel.
New customer : Awaiting support from vendor.
I am waiting on a response from the vendor as to what to do about the base popping off. I bought three of these reels all of them don’t look like they are crimped very well to the bases.
Amazon Customer : Survived Sea Base
Purchased to kayak fish in the Florida Keys in December and didn't really get to use it (sad), but returned to the Keys June 4-11 to participate in "Coral Reef Sailing Adventure" with the Boys Scouts of America Sea Base. I requested, and was granted permission to bring my own rod and reel and took this in combo with a 7' Med-Heavy Berkley "Big Game" rod. Winds were light, and we ended up motoring around a lot, and I trolled with this setup the entire time. Caught a 25" black fin tuna trolling with this reel along with many other fish during the trip (including a very large nurse shark one evening), and the reel worked great.
The only complaint I might have is that the "bait clicker" can get stuck at times and feel jammed although this doesn't seem to affect the reel action and/or drag. A good rinse in warm fresh water clears this up quickly. Otherwise, this was a good reel.
The only complaint I might have is that the "bait clicker" can get stuck at times and feel jammed although this doesn't seem to affect the reel action and/or drag. A good rinse in warm fresh water clears this up quickly. Otherwise, this was a good reel.
Susan L. Shawgo : Works great
Love the level wind. No backlash
Roger Gallet : it dosent cast very far, 30 yards
reel is to big and handle is way to big.
TTM : LOVED IT!
BROTHER LOVED IT!
Mel Ascott : Left handed fish slayer
Very nice left handed reel built solid. I would definitely recommend this reel for all your fishing needs
Amazon Customer : Survived Sea Base
Purchased to kayak fish in the Florida Keys in December and didn't really get to use it (sad), but returned to the Keys June 4-11 to participate in "Coral Reef Sailing Adventure" with the Boys Scouts of America Sea Base. I requested, and was granted permission to bring my own rod and reel and took this in combo with a 7' Med-Heavy Berkley "Big Game" rod. Winds were light, and we ended up motoring around a lot, and I trolled with this setup the entire time. Caught a 25" black fin tuna trolling with this reel along with many other fish during the trip (including a very large nurse shark one evening), and the reel worked great.
The only complaint I might have is that the "bait clicker" can get stuck at times and feel jammed although this doesn't seem to affect the reel action and/or drag. A good rinse in warm fresh water clears this up quickly. Otherwise, this was a good reel.
The only complaint I might have is that the "bait clicker" can get stuck at times and feel jammed although this doesn't seem to affect the reel action and/or drag. A good rinse in warm fresh water clears this up quickly. Otherwise, this was a good reel.
andrew : Not good
I have had 3 of these reels, 2 came from amazon and one from the "mart". The first one that came from here the bait clicker broke the 2nd time out, it was replaced by Amazon. The one from the "mart" died in 2019 the bait clicker once again broke and is stuck on. My replacement one from here died this AM, my first cast the bait clicker broke free and now is stuck on to. The reels work great until the bait clickers brake and cause reel to cast about 10ft. I will no longer buy Penn products, I also blew the gears out in a Penn 209. Abu garcia all the way from here out.
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