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Penn Authority Spinning Reels

Name: Penn Authority Spinning Reels
Brand: Penn
Price: 499.95 USD
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(lb test/yd)

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(lb test/yd)

Bearings

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ATH2500 PEN-2148	5.7:1	30in	6/225 8/175 10/140	10/240 15/220 20/160	13	20lb	11.9oz	$499.95 USD
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ATH2500HS PEN-2149	7.0:1	37in	6/225 8/175 10/140	10/240 15/220 20/160	13	20lb	11.9oz	$499.95 USD
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ATH3500 PEN-2150	5.7:1	34in	6/360 8/285 10/220	10/310 15/270 20/220	13	30lb	14.3oz	$529.95 USD
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ATH4500 PEN-2151	5.7:1	37in	8/425 10/320 12/235	15/390 20/320 30/250	13	30lb	15oz	$529.95 USD
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ATH4500HS PEN-2152	7.0:1	45in	8/425 10/320 12/235	15/390 20/320 30/250	13	30lb	15oz	$529.95 USD
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ATH5500 PEN-2153	5.2:1	36in	10/430 12/330 15/230	20/500 30/380 40/335	13	40lb	23.6oz	$549.95 USD
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ATH6500 PEN-2154	5.2:1	39in	12/390 15/345 20/205	30/485 40/410 50/335	13	40lb	25.4oz	$549.95 USD
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ATH6500HS PEN-2155	6.2:1	48in	12/390 15/345 20/205	30/485 40/410 50/335	13	40lb	25.4oz	$549.95 USD
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ATH7500 PEN-2156	4.7:1	38in	15/490 20/330 30/220	40/530 50/440 65/400	13	50lb	29.7oz	$569.95 USD
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ATH8500 PEN-2157	4.7:1	42in	20/455 30/310 40/260	40/730 50/600 65/555	13	50lb	31.1oz	$569.95 USD
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ATH8500HS PEN-2158	5.3:1	50in	20/455 30/310 40/260	40/730 50/600 65/555	13	50lb	31.1oz	$569.95 USD
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ATH10500 PEN-2159	4.2:1	43in	30/435 40/360 50/255	50/845 65/780 80/540	13	60lb	37.3oz	$599.95 USD
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The Authority is the new PENN standard. Focusing on best-in-class gear feel and sealing, these reels will have a size and gear ratio for every scenario. The Authority will elevate PENN to a new premium category where it has not played. Featuring an IPX8 sealed body and spool, with a best-in-class stainless steel gear train, these reels far surpass the durability and performance required.

IPX8 Sealed Body and Spool Design
Full Metal Body, Sideplate, and Rotor
CNC Gear Technology with Stainless Steel Main and Pinion (Fully Supported pinion tail and spool shaft)
Sealed Slammer drag system with Dura-Drag
12+1 Stainless steel bearing system
Leveline Slow Oscillation System
Spare Hypalon knob
Standard on 2500 (no spare knob)

Penn Authority Spinning Reels

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Jon H

from Plainville, CT asked:

August 27, 2022

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

1 Answer

Hi Jon, For the Penn Authority, we recommend the Ocean Tackle international Fathom Blade Jigging rod rated 400g in the spinning configuration ( https://www.tackledirect.com/ocean-tackle-international-fathom-blade-jigging-rods-2019-models.html ) or the St. Croix Mojo Jig in the 5'8 X-Heavy( https://www.tackledirect.com/st-croix-mojo-jig-rods.html ). For casting applications we recommend the Ocean Tackle International Tuna Sniper popping rod in 8ft 40-65lb or 60-80lbs( https://www.tackledirect.com/ocean-tackle-international-ts2-popping-rods.html ) or the Centaur Anglers Constellation rod in 8ft 1in rated 140-160g ( https://www.tackledirect.com/centaur-anglers-choice-constellation-inshore-popping-rods.html ). Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with!

Submitted by: Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service on August 31, 2022

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EDWARD KOPACK

from NY asked:

August 22, 2022

are penn authority reel manual or auto bail?

1 Answer

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!

Submitted by: Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service on August 22, 2022

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Kane

from Florida Sebastian inlet asked:

August 16, 2022

Whats the weight on the 4500 model?

1 Answer

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!

Submitted by: Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service on August 18, 2022

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Clayton Folsom

from Jacksonville Florida asked:

August 14, 2022

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.

1 Answer

Hi Clayton, We recommend the St. Croix mojo inshore in the 7ft or 7ft 6in medium heavy rod ( https://www.tackledirect.com/st-croix-mojo-inshore-spinning-rods.html ). Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with!

Submitted by: Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service on August 16, 2022

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David

from NJ asked:

August 7, 2022

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.

1 Answer

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!

Submitted by: Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service on August 12, 2022

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Frank

from Lords Valley asked:

July 28, 2022

Please Clarify. Â 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?

1 Answer

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 anything else we can assist you with

Submitted by: Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service on July 28, 2022

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Shaun

from South Africa asked:

July 27, 2022

Do you ship express internationally specifically to south AfricaÂ

1 Answer

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

Submitted by: Billy - TackleDirect Customer Service on August 1, 2022

Fais

from Saudi Arabia asked:

July 26, 2022

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

1 Answer

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 anything else we can assist you with!

Submitted by: Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service on July 28, 2022

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Traylon

from TX asked:

July 25, 2022

What is the braid capacity on these reels

1 Answer

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.Â

For example, the 4500 Slammer IV gets 235 yards of 12 lb mono and 320 yards of 20 lb braid. The 4500 Penn Authority has the same mono capacity, so it can be assumed that it also gets 320 yards of 20 lb braid.Â

Submitted by: Billy - TackleDirect Customer Service on July 26, 2022

Zack

from Mobile, Al asked:

July 24, 2022

Max drag?

1 Answer

Hello Zack,Â

The Penn Authority max drag is as follows.Â

ATH2500 20LBS OF DRAG

ATH3500 & ATH4500 30LBS OF DRAGÂ

ATH5500 & ATH6500 40LBS OF DRAGÂ

ATH7500 & ATH8500 50LBS OF DRAGÂ

ATH10500 60LBS OF DRAG

Submitted by: Bernie - TackleDirect Customer Service on July 26, 2022

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Donald

from Ottawa, Ontario asked:

July 22, 2022

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

1 Answer

Hello Donald,Â

The new Penn Authority reel in the 5500 and the 6500 has 40lbs of drag

Submitted by: Bernie - TackleDirect Customer Service on July 26, 2022

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Ted Babiy

from Devon, PA asked:

July 21, 2022

Where are these (the Authority models) made?

1 Answer

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.

Submitted by: Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service on July 21, 2022

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from Li asked:

July 20, 2022

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

1 Answer

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 know if there is anything else we can assist you with!

Submitted by: Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service on July 21, 2022

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luis torres

from new york city asked:

July 20, 2022

how much dose 5500 reel WeightsÂ

1 Answer

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!

Submitted by: Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service on July 21, 2022

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