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Please note, you will see many spooling options for the reels listed below. It's not our intent to confuse folks, but you do have options here unlike some places and we take pride in the fact we can rig things according to your needs, applications and preferences. We have been pioneers in Super Braid / Spectra rigging and we offer a few methods of rigging the lines together beyond most retailers capability, including the standard long range Bimini to Albright knots, Served and Sato connections. We do not use simple uni-to-uni knots for connecting braid to leader, we take the time to make a better knot, one that will hold up over time and deal with larger fish. Simpler knots don't work as well. You can see videos of what we do on our YouTube channel - CharkBaitUSA. We can upgrade that connection to one of several options, the benefit with those connections is that the diameter is thinner and that allows the line to flow through your rod's guides more smoothly, has less resistance in the water and is stealthier. If you have questions regarding rigging, please give us a call or zap back an email and we can go over things with you.

 

WHAT'S NEW FROM PENN?

Penn's New Squal Star & Lever Drags IN STOCK! See below...

 

Penn Baja Special - They're Back!

Special: Free SUPER BRAID Spooling

300 Yards FREE BRAID

Get 300 yards of top quality Gel Spun Braid Spooling at no extra charge with these innovative reels.

The Baja Special is a reel that we like a lot. There's a sad love story behind this reel, a lost love...and then a re-kindled affair. While we loved the piece on the West Coast, the rest of the country was slow to warm to the skinny 4/0. But once Penn announced that they'd not be producing the reel, well, it's desirability increased greatly. But, they were gone, long gone for over  a years time. Penn finally bowed to popular pressure and brought this darling back for one run, and we're hoping to see one run per year going forward. They're still produced here in America.

The 4/0 narrow has a lot of things going for it, like a machined aluminum topless frame and aluminum spool, better handle, upgraded components, retractable lugs...  It's a dandy casting machine with some very good braking power.  They're fairly expensive at $249, but compete quite nicely against some reels that go for $100 more.  The reels have a 4.25:1 gear ratio and hold 375 yards of 30# mono. It's a solid performer within it's line class.  For bait fishing I like 40# on the reel, but for tossing iron you might be inclined to bump up to 50#. That's where most folks fish 'em with a Spectra backing of 65# or so. With the strong aluminum spool, Spectra makes for a good option and allows greater line capacity for use with 40-50# mono on top. For bottom fishing, given the high drag capability (of up to 26#'s) there are those who will also fill her up with 80# Spectra and run a short topper of Fluorocarbon or mono leader.

In terms of component upgrade, the new 113HN offers quite a bit.  Componentry in enhanced with a stainless steel main gear and heat treated pinion, a disengaging pinion gear for improved freespool, aircraft grade sealed stainless steel ball bearings, over sized soft-grip handle and eccentric lever... There's a lot to like.  The drags are enhanced as well, with lots of surface area and well proven drag materials employed.  Fact is, the new Baja Special will turn a good consistent 20+ pounds of drag.   That's so much more than anyone will ever fish, it's a lot of drag and is more appropriate for 50-60# line test reels! So, you've got some superior casting and brakes with the new reel from Penn.  That's not too bad, fact is it's darn good! Also, please note, the reel we're selling is not some old pre-packaged product. It's a new production piece, manufactured within the past very few months/weeks and shipped directly to us from the folks at Penn. Ours have not been sitting at some distributor's warehouse for months, or more. Yes, these reels do have the metal star drag, not the composite version, and they are made here in the USA. Regular price $249, our price...

Special: Free SUPER BRAID Spooling @ $249.95

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Braid Manufacturer
Braid Test
Mono Manufacturer  for Standard Spooling or Topshot
Mono Test for Standard Spooling or Topshot
Rigging Style
Casting - mono on top, Bottom fishing Spectra top

ADDITIONAL COST OPTIONS

300 yards Toro Tamer Solid BRAID supplied free
- SELECT options above,
we will bill for only the additional amount you select below
(Price is per 100 yards, for 200 additional yards, select 2 in the quantity box,
for 1000 additional yards select 10)
Optional Sato Knotless Rigging
must also select Hollow Core Spectra above

$20.00

Optional Served Knotless Rigging
must also select Hollow Core Spectra above

$20.00

Quantity Additional Spooling Price
Additional Yards Braid beyond 300 yds  SOLID - per 100 yards (50, 60, 80, 100, 130#) $12.00
per 100 yards
Additional Yards Braid beyond 300 yds 16 Strand HOLLOW - per 100 yards  (40, 50, 60, 80, 100, 130#) $18.00
per 100 yards
- Keep 'em covered with a reel skin...when not in use, good for the line, and the reel's finish.
BUY Description Price
Reel Cover $7.99

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Penn's Squall!

Special: Free SUPER BRAID Spooling

300 Yards FREE BRAID

Get 300 yards of top quality Gel Spun Braid Spooling at no extra charge with these innovative reels.

For those who counted Penn out, be prepared to eat some crow. Penn's back, big time!
Where Penn's lineup was lacking was the popular mid priced reels, from $150 to $220, they are back in the game in a big way with the Squall and Fathom series reels. The Squall series began re-writing the books in this regard with two excellent smaller size reels to build upon the strength of the old 525 Mag. Now Penn's expanded upon that with some larger size Star Drag reels, and they listened to us and produced the 25N size (like they recently began offering in their Fathom Series and Torques). I don't think there are any better star drag reels for under $200 built, with the star drag running $149! The smallest size Squall Star drags offer a very useful magnetic cast control system, the larger reels do not offer that feature. But, all reels in that series have excellent freespool performance - even their lever drags spin well! And, they make use of aluminum spools, marine grade bronze and stainless steel gear components, and their live spindle -  free floating spool design for casting performance. And the reels benefit from HT100 drag elements and Penn's useful Versa-Drag for the utmost of user fine tuning for their own particular requirements. The anti-reverse is also robust and redundant with both a one way anti-reverse bearing AND silent back up ratchet (dog).

Penn went even further, they also build the Squall series in a lever drag form, and they've kept the price within reach of the most budget conscious fishermen at $159-179. They've not neglected the lefty angler, by providing their 40 and 60 LD's in left hand form. It really is nice to see what Penn's been working on the past couple years, they now are making the reels that anglers have been asking for, and West Coast anglers in particular got their wish with the 25N size which is now becoming part of Penn's production in the casting oriented Squall, Fathom and Torque Series reels.


Squall Star Drag model 25 and 30
Model Mono Cap. (yds/lb) Braid Cap. (yds/lb) Bearings Max Drag Gear Ratio Line Retrieve Weight
SQL12 270/12 • 230/15 • 160/20 525/15 • 430/20 • 320/30 6+1 15 lbs 6.0:1 28(in) 14.4(oz)
SQL15 280/15 • 240/17 • 190/20 500/20 • 380/30 • 270/50 6+1 15 lbs 6.0:1 28(in) 14.6(oz)
SQL25N 320/20 • 290/25 • 220/30 650/30 • 450/50 • 370/65 6+1 20 lbs 6.0:1 40(in) 18(oz)
SQL30 440/20 • 300/30 • 250/40 625/50 • 500/65 • 440/80 6+1 20 lbs 6.0:1 40(in) 18.5(oz)
SQL40 350/30 • 300/40 • 220/50 725/50 • 600/65 • 525/80 6+1 20 lbs 6.0:1 40(in) 19(oz)

Penn Squall Lever Drag 50 and 60
 

Squall Lever Drag (LEFTIES) 40 and 60,
RH 30 & 40
 
Model Mono Cap. (yds/lb) Braid Cap. (yds/lb) Bearings Max Drag @ Strike Max Drag @ Full Gear Ratio Line Retrieve Weight
SQL30LD 390/20 • 350/25 • 260/30 1025/20 • 775/30 • 550/30 5+1 9 lbs 13 lbs 6.1:1 37(in) 18.2(oz)
SQL40LD 490/25 • 360/30 • 300/40 1075/30 • 750/50 • 625/65 5+1 14 lbs 18 lbs 5.1:1 37(in) 20.9(oz)
SQL40LDLH 490/25 • 360/30 • 300/40 1075/30 • 750/50 • 625/65 5+1 14 lbs 18 lbs 5.1:1 37(in) 20.9(oz)
SQL50LD 500/30 • 420/40 • 310/50 1050/50 • 875/65 • 750/80 5+1 15 lbs 20 lbs 4.3:1 35(in) 27.4(oz)
SQL60LD 500/40 • 370/50 • 330/60 1050/65 • 900/80 • 775/100 5+1 20 lbs 30 lbs 4.3:1 35(in) 28.1(oz)
SQL60LDLH 500/40 • 370/50 • 330/60 1050/65 • 900/80 • 775/100 5+1 20 lbs 30 lbs 4.3:1 35(in) 28.1(oz)

Note the 3 position clicker on the 30 size above

Penn's Squall Lever Drag reels were first introduced at 2010's ICAST Show. Penn really showed off a lot of wonderful new gear at that show, with new rods and reels that represented their best effort in over a decade. The Squall LD's are available in four sizes, with two sizes offering lefty retrieve. They are priced aggressively, offering excellent features and construction at a very aggressive price. The reels have some common features, such as the versa-handle system allowing two different handle positions allowing for both speed or power depending upon your needs - and it's easy to change! The reels are made from a composite graphite material, zero issues with corrosion, good strength, light weight. All reels feature 5+1 bearings and they are made for handling braided lines well, with spools that will help prevent rotation on the spool. The reels design was well thought out, with the lever designed NOT to protrude above the frame of the reel. That means there's less chance of the line to loop over the lever and hang up, causing a lost fish or backlash. You also get a 3 position clicker, a very nice feature allowing different tensions on the clicker - helpful for use on a kite, larger or smaller size baits... The reels use the same line capacity rings for easy recognition of spooling level as several of Penn's newest offerings, and on the two larger reels you get the benefit of "Switch Blade Lugs." This is another innovative feature, with a simple pull the lugs pop up for use, and when you don't need 'em (and don't want the possible hang-up of line) you can depress them back into the frame - without use of any tools! Nice thinking Penn - the thoughtful engineering is readily apparent!

bulletLightweight graphite frames and sideplates
bulletForged and machined aluminum spool
bulletHigh-strength marine grade bronze main and pinion gear
bulletDura-Drag washers virtually eliminate hesitation, even under extreme drag settings
bulletSwitchblade harness lugs on 50 and 60 size models
bulletRatched drag lever prevents "drag creep" caused by hours of trolling and vibrations
bulletLine Capacity Rings
bullet5+1 shielded stainless steel bearing system
bulletInstant anti-reverse bearing with silent back up ratchet
bullet$159.95 SQL30LD, SQL40LD & SQL40LDLH (Left Hand) Models
bullet$179 for larger size models

The quality of the Squall leverdrags goes well beyond ANY graphite bodied reels that have ever been built. The gear material is better, larger and stronger. The drag system is better, and they use greased washers and a sealed system so they're well protected against internal corrosion. For long term performance, no doubt the "bike maker's" old TLD's have been left in the dust. And, the soft grip football style handle is very nice to hang onto while battling a tough fish. All in all, whether you are looking at the star or lever drag versions, Penn's new Squalls set the standard by which other manufacturers reels should be judged - and Penn wins hands down.

Special: Free SUPER BRAID Spooling

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Use the drop down menu to select the reel alone or take advantage of Spectra Spooling

Braid Spooling
- select the reel model using the drop-down menu above. Then, select your spooling requirements: Spectra and mono using drop-down menus. Select the length option below and rigging style. Questions, give us a call or zap over an email 

- NO CHARGE selections in blue fields below
- Option in RED at increased costs
Braid Manufacturer
Braid Test
Mono Manufacturer  for topshot
Mono Test for topshot
Rigging Style
OPTIONAL SPOOLING SELECTIONS
300 yards Toro Tamer Solid BRAID supplied with selection above.
- SELECT options above,
we will bill for only the additional amount you select below
(Price is per 100 yards, for 200 additional yards, select 2 in the quantity box,
for 1000 additional yards select 10)
Optional Sato Knotless Rigging
must also select Hollow Core Spectra above

$20.00

Optional Served Knotless Rigging
must also select Hollow Core Spectra above

$20.00

Quantity Additional Spooling Price
Additional Yards Braid beyond 300 yds  SOLID - per 100 yards (50, 60, 80, 100, 130#) $12.00
per 100 yards
Additional Yards Braid beyond 300 yds 16 Strand HOLLOW - per 100 yards  (40, 50, 60, 80, 100, 130#) $18.00
per 100 yards
 
- Keep 'em covered with a reel skin...when not in use, good for the line, and the reel's finish.
BUY Description Price
Reel Cover $7.99

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Penn Fathom Star Drag Reels!

Special: Free SUPER BRAID Spooling

300 Yards FREE BRAID

Get 300 yards of top quality Gel Spun Braid Spooling at no extra charge with these innovative reels.

Penn's Fathom Star Drag reels are a new series of full metal bodied reels that are made for years of hard use, and made to fish very well by all measures. The reels have GREAT freespool performance, excellent drags, and they're built Penn tough. When the levelwind Fathom reels first arrived last year, all they guys here were beating up the Penn rep asking why the heck Penn didn't come out with a non-levelwind version of the reels. They were some of the nicest levelwinds ever made, offered some things Daiwa could not achieve with their Saltist series. We really felt that a non-levelwind Fathom would give the Saltist and the Avet's some competition. Well, I guess Penn was listening because they introduced this new reel at ICAST and the response told them that they indeed were on the right track. The new Penn Fathom series star drag reels are excellent fishing instruments!

Model Mono Cap. (yds/lb) Braid Cap. (yds/lb) Bearings Max Drag Gear Ratio Line Retrieve Weight (oz) Price
FTH12 360/10 • 260/12 • 230/15 525/15 • 420/20 • 320/30 5+1 25 lbs 6.0:1 28 15.5 $199
FTH15 320/12 • 280/15 • 190/20 500/20 • 380/30 • 270/50 5+1 25 lbs 6.0:1 28 15.6 $199
FTH25N 320/20 • 290/25 • 220/30 650/20 • 450/50 • 370/65 5+1 25 lbs 6.0:1 40 17.9 $219
FTH30 440/20 • 300/30 • 250/40 625/50 • 500/65 • 440/80 5+1 25 lbs 6.0:1 40 18.4 $219
FTH40 350/30 • 300/40 • 220/50 725/50 • 600/65 • 525/80 5+1 25 lbs 6.0:1 40 18.7 $219

From the little 12 to the large 40 size fathom, all represent solid reels. The favorite of the guys here tends to run towards the narrow 25N, a bit taller than the 12/15 size and narrower than the 30. Very nice size for casting, with 50# Spectra suggested for backing, then you've got room for close to 100 yards of 30# on top. Wonderful for most casting work, and the reel will find it's home on plenty of jig-sticks rigged up just that way. Penn has a winner on their hands.  

Thumbnail Click the image left for a brief video tour of the new reel.

Penn Fathom 25N

Features:
-Full metal body and sideplates keep gear alignment precise under heavy loads
-Machine cut marine grade bronze main gear with hardened stainless steel pinion
-Versa-Drag system with HT-100's
-Live Spindle Design with free floating spool
-Internally adjustable centrifugal braking system
-Line capacity rings for ease in visualizing line capacity and for spooling
-5+1 shielded stainless steel bearings
-Instant anti-reverse bearing with silent back up ratchet

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Use the drop down menu to select the reel alone or take advantage of Spooling Specials

Braid Spooling
- select the reel model using the drop-down menu above. Then, select your spooling requirements: Spectra and mono using drop-down menus. Select the length option below and rigging style. Questions, give us a call or zap over an email 

- NO CHARGE selections in blue fields below
- Option in RED at increased costs
Braid Manufacturer
Braid Test
Mono Manufacturer  for topshot
Mono Test for topshot
Rigging Style
OPTIONAL SPOOLING SELECTIONS
300 yards Toro Tamer Solid BRAID supplied with selection above.
- SELECT options above,
we will bill for only the additional amount you select below
(Price is per 100 yards, for 200 additional yards, select 2 in the quantity box,
for 1000 additional yards select 10)
Optional Sato Knotless Rigging
must also select Hollow Core Spectra above

$20.00

Optional Served Knotless Rigging
must also select Hollow Core Spectra above

$20.00

Quantity Additional Spooling Price
Additional Yards Braid beyond 300 yds  SOLID - per 100 yards (50, 60, 80, 100, 130#) $12.00
per 100 yards
Additional Yards Braid beyond 300 yds 16 Strand HOLLOW - per 100 yards  (40, 50, 60, 80, 100, 130#) $18.00
per 100 yards
 
- Keep 'em covered with a reel skin...when not in use, good for the line, and the reel's finish.
BUY Description Price
Reel Cover $7.99

Special: Free SUPER BRAID Spooling

 

Penn's Fathom Levelwind

 

Special: Free SUPER BRAID Spooling

300 Yards FREE BRAID

Get 300 yards of top quality Gel Spun Braid Spooling at no extra charge with these innovative reels.

Here's another excellent new series of reels from the folks at Penn, the Fathom. As I mentioned earlier, I'd sure like to see this reel offered without a levelwind. Basically, it's a Penn version of Daiwa's Saltist series reel. The exception is that this series of reels is only available in the levelwind form. Well, in my opinion, that's not too bad. For the past few years Daiwa has offered the nicest levelwind on the market for general saltwater use, now they have some very serious competition.

Penn's new Fathom is a full metal bodied reel, with metal sideplates too. Like the Squall, it uses a  marine grade bronze alloy main gear with a precision machined stainless steel pinion gear. You've got the benefit of Penn's patented Versa Drag system with HT-100 washers. The Versa Drag allows you greater control over the level of drag you need for your particular fishing application. You've got three shielded stainless steel ball bearings, an instant anti-reverse bearing with silent back-up ratchet. The levelwind system is made from stainless steel with a titanium coated leveler. On the larger 40 & 60 size you even have reversible harness lugs, a nice feature for both safety while trolling and to help out if you intend to fish this reel at it's upper drag limit of 30#'s! The reel is made to take full advantage of fishing Spectra (or any other form of braided line). Another feature, like the same generation Squall, is the line markings on the spool. These eliminate the guesswork about how much line you have left on your reel, with accurate markings for 1/3rd, 2/3rds or full spool of line. If you respool often, you have a benchmark for backing with Spectra or your topshot, helping you eliminate wasted time and line. You'll also know when it's time to button down the drag on a larger fish... The new Fathom sells for $199 to $219.

Model Mono Capacity Spectra Cap. Bearings Max Drag Gear Ratio Line Retrieve Weight
FTH 15LW 320/15#, 230/20# 440/30# 300/50# 3+1 30 LBS 4.3:1 24" 19.2
FTH 20LW
also available in
left hand retrieve
320/17#, 260/20# 500/30#, 350/50# 3+1 30 LBS 4.3:1 24" 19.5
FTH 25LW
also available in
left hand retrieve
330/20#, 290/25# 450/50# 380/65# 3+1 30 LBS 4.3:1 24" 20
FTH 40LW 390/30#, 330/40# 575/80# 3+1 30 LBS 4.3:1 24" 24.3
FTH 60LW 440/40#, 320/50# 650/100# 500/135# 3+1 30 LBS 4.3:1 24" 25.1

Special: Free SUPER BRAID Spooling

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Use the drop down menu to select the reel alone or take advantage of Spectra Spooling

Braid Spooling
- select the reel model using the drop-down menu above. Then, select your spooling requirements: Spectra and mono using drop-down menus. Select the length option below and rigging style. Questions, give us a call or zap over an email 

- NO CHARGE selections in blue fields below
- Option in RED at increased costs
Braid Manufacturer
Braid Test
Mono Manufacturer  for topshot
Mono Test for topshot
Rigging Style
OPTIONAL SPOOLING SELECTIONS
300 yards Toro Tamer Solid BRAID supplied with selection above.
- SELECT options above,
we will bill for only the additional amount you select below
(Price is per 100 yards, for 200 additional yards, select 2 in the quantity box,
for 1000 additional yards select 10)
Optional Sato Knotless Rigging
must also select Hollow Core Spectra above

$20.00

Optional Served Knotless Rigging
must also select Hollow Core Spectra above

$20.00

Quantity Additional Spooling Price
Additional Yards Braid beyond 300 yds  SOLID - per 100 yards (50, 60, 80, 100, 130#) $12.00
per 100 yards
Additional Yards Braid beyond 300 yds 16 Strand HOLLOW - per 100 yards  (40, 50, 60, 80, 100, 130#) $18.00
per 100 yards
- Keep 'em covered with a reel skin...when not in use, good for the line, and the reel's finish.
BUY Description Price
Reel Cover $7.99

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Penn Sargus and Pursuit

Penn saw the need for smaller baitcasting size reels long ago, and offered the 900 Series Internationals for those clients. But, there was also a need for a high quality low profile baitcaster for the guys fishing the bays, some freshwater and brackish water exploits on light line. The new Sargus and Pursuit reels cover these bases quite nicely, and they do so at reasonable prices.

Penn's really going after the inshore fishing market aggressively. Their 3 piece travel rods can be a great addition to these new reels and are well worth checking out, too. I bought one a couple year back and consider it one of the brighter things I've done in terms of fishing-fun-per-dollar. Here's a link to the travel rods.

Sargus
The little Sargus offers a perfect match of smooth function and rugged durability. It's features a machined aluminum frame and right side plate, stainless steel clutch, externally adjustable magnetic and internally adjustable centrifugal brake system, carbon fiber drag washers and 11.5#'s of maximum drag! You'll crank in 27 inches of line per handle rotation given it's quick 6.4:1 retrieve rate. The Sargus & Pursuit will also hold a good 200 yards or 12# line.

Pursuit
Penn's Pursuit offers similar features and construction, basically the same piece with a couple distinctions. First off, instead of running seven stainless steel bearings it uses six and there's no magnetic braking, only the internal centrifugal brake is offered for cast control. But, for most of us, that's just fine. Both the Sargus and Pursuit are easy to take-down, easy to maintain, and well built.

 

 

 

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Description Price
Penn Sargus SAR64LP $199.99
Penn Pursuit PUR64LP $149.99

 GLD 20II, 30II and 50II Graphite Two Speed Lever Drag Reels

penngif.gif (2010 bytes)The only reels to combine Penn’s legendary two speed lever drag performance with the light weight, strength and corrosion resistance of a one piece graphite frame. Perfect for fighting bluewater gamefish of all sizes, from light tackle marlin to sails, wahoo, tuna, dolphin, California yellowtail and more. Also great for tough bottom-dwelling species like grouper and amberjack.

• New push-button shifting system makes it easier than ever to change gears, even in the heat of battle.
• Machined anodized aluminum spool, four sealed stainless steel ball bearings and machined stainless steel gears for smooth performance over the long run.
• Graphite rod clamp for easy, secure attachment.
• Penn’s renowned International® style lever drag system with pre-set feature and HT100® drag material.

So, what's our opinion of the new reel?  I think they're great for 1-3 day trips, will fill your rail time chores on longer trips quite well.  It's a good product for the private boater who needs a two speed, doesn't want to bite the bullet for a International, but definitely wants more than a 6/0.  They are no 30VSW, but they'll catch a lot of the same fish.  As was recently proven on a long ranger out of San Diego with a yellowfin tuna close enough to 300# to count. The GLD's replace Penn's KG series of reels, offering some improvements over their initial introduction.  Their freespool is better, for instance, drag has also been enhanced.  They represent a very solid value in an increasingly competitive arena of light weight two-speed leverdrag reels. I've yet to hear a complaint from an owner of one of these reels.  Client feedback has been very favorable. That counts for something.

Penn also makes a non-two-speed version of the GLD's in both the 20 and 30 size. The capacities of the reels are exactly the same. Four stainless steel ball bearings, precision machined gears, machined anodized aluminum spool, and a graphite one piece frame. These leverdrags are a fine value and excellent addition to any angler's trolling or heavy rail arsenal.

MODEL
 
LINE CAPACITY
YDS/LB
METERS/MM
WEIGHT
OZ
GRAMS
GEAR RATIO
HIGH
LOW

Penn GLD20II

800/20 730/0.45 35
995
3.8-1
2-1

Penn GLD30II

600/30 550/0.55 38
1080
3.8-1
2-1

Penn GLD50II

600/50 550/0.70   3.4-1
1.75-1

FREE USA SHIPPING AND (absolutely) FREE BRAID/MONO RIGGING!

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Braid Spooling
- select the reel model using the drop-down menu above. Then, select your spooling requirements: Spectra and mono using drop-down menus. Select the length option below and rigging style. Questions, give us a call or zap over an email 

- NO CHARGE selections in blue fields below
- Option in RED at increased costs
Braid Manufacturer
Braid Test
Mono Manufacturer  for topshot
Mono Test for topshot
Rigging Style
OPTIONAL SPOOLING SELECTIONS
300 yards Toro Tamer Solid BRAID supplied with selection above.
- SELECT options above,
we will bill for only the additional amount you select below
(Price is per 100 yards, for 200 additional yards, select 2 in the quantity box,
for 1000 additional yards select 10)
Optional Sato Knotless Rigging
must also select Hollow Core Spectra above

$20.00

Optional Served Knotless Rigging
must also select Hollow Core Spectra above

$20.00

Quantity Additional Spooling Price
Additional Yards Braid beyond 300 yds  SOLID - per 100 yards (50, 60, 80, 100, 130#) $12.00
per 100 yards
Additional Yards Braid beyond 300 yds 16 Strand HOLLOW - per 100 yards  (40, 50, 60, 80, 100, 130#) $18.00
per 100 yards

Penn Reels Penn GS
 SENATORS, JIGMASTER,  LD's and GS Series

 Penn Graphite GS series Reels The GS products are a flat out home run for Penn. They combine some great features, that really help an angler get the upper hand. The reels feature high retrieve speed, a comfortable sleek design,  star drag, lightweight one-piece graphite composite frame, high strength graphite composite rod clamp system and oversized HT100 drag system. The GS series feature bearings not bushings for improved casting.  These reels are quite nice, and excellent values. They represent a very good value in terms of performance for the dollar.  The features are strong, and the fishability is superb.

Price includes shipping charges within continental USA.

 

535 GS  - 400/15 lb.,  6:1 ratio, 19 oz @ $129.99
545 GS  - 420/20 lb.,  6:1 ratio, 21 oz @ $129.99
555 GS - 600/20 lb., 5.3:1 ratio, 22 oz @ $129.99


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The Senators

Penn Senator II The 4/0 and 6/0 Senators are standard issue trolling reels that can also perform in a casting role. Like the Jigmasters, you can do a lot of updating with these products, but you have to start somewhere. The basic product is a great value, and it can grow with your needs too. I only work with the HL style product, SpclSen.jpg (309287 bytes)these are the ones you want, not the scale down models - especially if you've a mind for upgrading over time. Both the 4/0 and 6/0 reels excel in the trolling role, both reels are supplied with rod clamps, star drag with HT100 material. They are an essential piece in your tackle assortment.

In 2009 Penn began producing all the Senator models overseas. This was the only way Penn could maintain the pricing levels on these reels. Since production is done at their factory, they have control of the manufacture, and quality has not dropped off. All Senators listed have 2 bearings, lightweight graphite frame, machined and anodized aluminum spool, precession machined stainless steel pinion gear, marine grade bronze alloy main gear, with stainless steel frame rings and HT100 drags.

Penn's Special Senators

Model

Line Capacity Gear Ratio Drag Weight Price
  114H2LW **
6/0 Wide
375/80 Yds./Lb.
345/0.90 Meters/MM
2.9-1 21# 48 Oz. $169.99
  114H2 **
6/0
475/50 Yds./Lb.
435/0.70 Meters/MM
2.9-1 21# 45 Oz. $119.57
  114H2 **
6/0
LEFTY
475/50 Yds./Lb.
435/0.70 Meters/MM
2.9-1 21# 45 Oz. $129.57
  113H2LW **
4/0 Wide
600/30 Yds./Lb.
550/0.55 Meters/MM
3.3-1 19# 31 Oz. $129.99
  113H2 **
4/0
475/30 Yds./Lb.
435/0.55 Meters/MM
3.3-1 19# 30 Oz. $99.98
  113H2 **LEFTY
4/0
475/30 Yds./Lb.
435/0.55 Meters/MM
3.3-1 19# 30 Oz. $109.98
  112H2 **
3/0
375/30 Yds./Lb.
345/0.55 Meters/MM
4-1 11# 22 Oz. $79.94
* Not shown. Left hand versions available many models.

**Aluminum spool - Penn also makes the 113 and 114 with a Brass Spool
for wireline. Those models are available as a special request.

Standard Senators
(less expensive, lower gearing, black sideplates)

Model Line Capacity Gear Ratio Max. Drag Weight Price
116L*
12/0
1100/80 Yds./Lb.
730/0.90 Meters/MM
2-1
2 bearings
30# 89 Oz.
2410 Grams
$349.00
115L2
9/0
700/50 Yds./Lb. 2.3-1
2 bearings
23.5# 57 Oz.
1560 Grams
$149.32
114L2
6/0
450/50 Yds./Lb. 2.1-1
bushings
21# 44 Oz.
1360 Grams
$109.62
113L2
4/0
440/30 Yds./Lb. 2-1
bushings
19# 27 Oz.
680 Grams
$89.73


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 Penn 500L  @ $54.95 Here's a standard. The Penn 500 is probably one of the best values in the market. The 500 series feature a quick take down design, allowing you to exchange spools of line quickly and efficiently.  Okay, so what's the downside...there are two compromises from these reels. First, using light line 12-15 lb. may pose a problem with line getting stuck between the spool and sideplate, it's a nasty habit. Secondly, you get bushings not bearings. That's why Accurate has built a booming business. You really do get what you pay for, but you can upgrade!

The Jigmaster is a dandy product, but when you step up to the GS series you really do gain a lot (4 bearings, faster retrieve, tighter tolerance for light line use and durability...). You should expect to get something for your money when you spend more for a reel, and that's the case. But, the Jigmasters allow you to upgrade as your needs progress. That makes this a great starter reel, or basic equipment for a fishing dabbler.

Features: HT100 drags, right side take-down, black anodized aluminum spool, counter balanced handle with non-slip soft grip knobs, star drags, clicker...(Jigmaster 500 @ 275/30lb, 4:1 ratio, 22 oz.; 501 @ 500/12 [20 is a lot more realistic] 4:1, 20 oz.

 

MODEL LINE CAPACITY
GEAR RATIO WEIGHT
MAX DRAG Bearings PRICING
Jigmaster® Series Specifications    
500L 300/30
625 50# Braid
4-1 22 14# bushing $54.95


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LEVELWIND GT2 SERIES & SPINNING REELS

GT Level Wind Fished by anglers and charter boat captains worldwide, Penn GT Level Wind reels are perhaps the most versatile series of reels on the planet. From inshore bottom-fishing to offshore waters; from deep water wrecks to trolling Salmon off the Columbia River, GT Levelwind reels have seen and done it all. In a verbal testament to the performance of the GT Levelwind Series, a consumer fishing the distant waters of the Jersey Shore reported a 6-plus hour fight with an oversized Bluefin Tuna on a Penn 320LD.

The Penn GTi Series reels have earned high marks for reliability, durability and functionality. They are great reels for their intended purpose, catching fish, with the convenience of a levelwind feature. There's a broad range of models, suitable for fishing moderate to heavier line tests.

GT Level Wind reels feature an easy to operate star drag, with the exception of the 320LD, which utilizes a lever drag, a popular choice among anglers trolling or live-bait fishing.
 

bulletLightweight Graphite Frame
bulletBlack-Anodized Spool
bullet Manganese-Bronze Main Gear
bulletStainless Steel Pinion
bulletFour Aircraft-Grade, Sealed, Stainless Steel Ball Bearings 


330GTiPenn 310GT2 The 310 just may get more use than any other reel you own, fishing local waters. You'll find yourself using this as your preferred downrigger reel, but don't neglect it as a dandy light weight troller and "rental" rig. It's easy to operate, and you don't need to bother leveling the line on retrieve. Unlike the similarly priced Shimano, I've found this product to be very reliable through a lot of abuse the past couple of years. I've yet to replace any 310GTiparts on my own Penn, I can't say the same about the Shimano TR-100G I own-which goes through about 1 levelwind tooth per month during the season.

Features:
one piece graphite frame, oversized HT100 drags, sealed stainless steel ball bearings and lightweight aluminum spool. Sliding anti-reverse button provides direct drive option, rugged clicker, counterbalanced no slip soft grip handle.

Please note Penn replaced the old GTi series with the GT2 series reels in 2009. Same basic piece as before, no real update. If you are seeking a nicer levelwind, look at the Fathom. Much better design and construction. They even have some freespool performance for casting.

Model

Line Capacity Gear Ratio Weight Price
345GT2
5/0 Size
375/50 Yds./Lb.
340/0.70 Meters/MM
3.25-1 34 Oz.
960 Grams
$159.99
340GT2
4/0 Size
475/30 Yds./Lb.
430/0.55 Meters/MM
3.25-1 33 Oz.
935 Grams
$149.99

330LD GT2
Lever Drag
350/30 Yds./Lb.
320/0.55 Meters/MM
3.6-1 26 Oz.
740 Grams
$149.99
330GT2 350/30 Yds./Lb.
320/0.55 Meters/MM
3.6-1 26 Oz.
740 Grams
$99.99
321GT2
Lefty
320/20 Yds./Lb.
295/0.45 Meters/MM
4.3-1 19.5 Oz.
550 Grams
$92.99
320GT2 320/20 Yds./Lb.
295/0.45 Meters/MM
4.3-1 19.5 Oz.
550 Grams
$92.99
310GT2 325/15 Yds./Lb.
295/0.40 Meters/MM
4.3-1 16 Oz.
450 Grams
$89.99


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Reel Fill-Up
CharkBait can prepare your new reel for immediate fishing, using our high-speed line winding service. Choose from either Berkley Big Game clear Ande pink or clear, Izorline clear or blue, and PLine Sea Blue or clear. Please specify line and test on your order. If you'd like us to spool up your reel, after you've added the reel above to your shopping cart just return here and click on this link.

 

 

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