Penn Pursuit III Spinning Reels
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The Penn Pursuit III is designed to deliver big fish fighting capabilities at an entry level price point.
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| Model TD Code | Description | Bearings | Gear Ratio | Max Drag | Mono Line Capacity | Weight | Price |
| PURIII2500 PEN-1694 | Pursuit III 2500 | 5 | 6.2:1 | 10lb | 175yd/8lb | 9.8oz | $39.99 USD | ||||
| PURIII3000 PEN-1695 | Pursuit III 3000 | 5 | 6.2:1 | 12lb | 165yd/10lb | 11.8oz | $49.99 USD | ||||
| PURIII4000 PEN-1696 | Pursuit III 4000 | 5 | 6.2:1 | 15lb | 220yd/10lb | 12.4oz | $49.99 USD | ||||
| PURIII5000 PEN-1697 | Pursuit III 5000 | 5 | 5.6:1 | 20lb | 200yd/15lb | 19.7oz | $59.99 USD | ||||
| PURIII6000 PEN-1698 | Pursuit III 6000 | 5 | 5.6:1 | 20lb | 230yd/20lb | 21.4oz | $59.99 USD | ||||
| PURIII8000 PEN-1699 | Pursuit III 8000 | 5 | 5.3:1 | 25lb | 310yd/25lb | 29.1oz | $69.99 USD | ||||
The Penn Pursuit III is designed to deliver big fish fighting capabilities at an entry level price point. Most lower priced spinning reels use oiled felt drag washers which simply cannot stand up to the abuse taken from large saltwater fish. Penn has solved this problem by implementing their HT-100 drag material into their opening price point spinning reel. This means that the Pursuit III features the same durable carbon drag found on significantly more expensive reels. This key addition, along with a corrosion resistant graphite body and 5 shielded stainless steel ball bearings, make the Pursuit III the strongest reel in its class.
Penn Pursuit III Features:
- HT-100 carbon fiber drag system
- Lightweight and corrosion resistant graphite body
- 4+1 shielded stainless steel ball bearings
- Superline Spool
- CNC folding aluminum handle
- Infinite Anti-Reverse
5 Stars based on 35 reviews
By yongkang
Miami, Florida
Affordable, very practical at this price
August 5, 2022
Affordable, very practical at this price
no obvious defects
no obvious defects
By Tom
NJ
great value
July 28, 2022
For the price this reel is great. Could not really ask for much more in a reel at this price point. I have had mine for a few years now and its still just as smooth as the day I got it.
By pedro e.
Parque Nacional Morrocoy, Falcon, Venezuela
My first Penn ,feels great
July 26, 2022
my first Penn reel, I just installed the line (you see little 165 yrds on this 30 pound reel) feels great for the price is excellent for inshore fishing
Pros
- - price
- -saltwater
By Frank
PA
Value
June 14, 2022
What a great quality reel for the value - capable and versatile
Pros
- feels like quality construction for the price
Cons
- none
By Speedy
New Jersey
Penn Pursuit lll PURlll 4000 Spinning Reel
June 7, 2022
Great reel ... can fight striped bass ... caught fluke paired with a 7ft. rod medium heavy action ... channel catfish ... northern pike and carp
By LUIS
PATERSON NEW JERSEY
Penn Pursuit lll 4000
April 21, 2022
Purchased the Pursuit lll 4000 ... good reel ... shipping took 5 days ... well packaged ... great customer service ... thank you Tackle Direct
By Will
Creekside California
Got the 2500 it's a good reel
March 30, 2022
Great reel for the money. Ht100 drag rocks and is reliable. Will buy more
By Chris
Massachusetts
cant beat it for a kids first salt reel
February 21, 2022
light weight and the big knob makes it really good for a kids first salt water reel or something cheap as a back up or to let someone borrow. with the ht100 drag you can fight anything and more that similarly priced rod will.
By David
Makawao, HI
Great for the price
February 17, 2022
I bought this reel (4000) for my wife to fish for bait and do some small bottom fishing off of our kayak. It does the job really well. She's even reeled up decent sized yellow spot papios that were great sashimi!
She doesn't go a whole lot with me, and if she was fishing more consistently I'd probably look into upgrading her gear, but it works perfectly for her as it stands.
She doesn't go a whole lot with me, and if she was fishing more consistently I'd probably look into upgrading her gear, but it works perfectly for her as it stands.
Pros
- Great value, does it's job.
By Stan
Waretown NJ
Great value
October 4, 2021
Well balanced reel light - medium action gives you a great feel, this is my second Penn Pursuit I have a 5000 series to plus two older 5000 Penn Fierce series that are still going strong, very pleased with both the line-up.
By christian
Islip, NY
Quality Reel for Price
May 25, 2021
Cost effective reels for guests on my boat. Quality enough to still enjoy fishing but don't break the bank
Pros
- Cost. Reliable
By Marcos
Florida
Great value!
May 17, 2021
For not being top of the line these reels are pretty well built. Caught many different species on these reels and have only had problems with really big fish smoking the drag. Not that I think it is a problem with the reel.
Pros
- Light
- Durable
- Inexpensive
Cons
- Drag is a little funny
- Not the smoothest winding
By Jamarr
Jamaica
Awesome budget reels!
May 8, 2021
I own the 2500, 4000 & 6000 models.
They perform excellent, smooth drag & pretty sturdy. The construction is fairly simply so you could repair them on your own when needed. That makes them last even longer for me!
They perform excellent, smooth drag & pretty sturdy. The construction is fairly simply so you could repair them on your own when needed. That makes them last even longer for me!
Pros
- Lightweight
- Cost effective
- Easy to repair
- Good ergonomics
- Looks good on my rod
Cons
- Graphite material
By Robert
Louisiana
Smooth, rugged, reliable
March 25, 2021
For the money,you can't beat these.
Smooth operation, quality drag, long lasting, highly recommend.
Smooth operation, quality drag, long lasting, highly recommend.
By Waleed
Springfield Gardens, NY
Good reel
March 13, 2021
I got 2500 size very smooth and durable
Appreciate H100 drag system
Unbeatable in price range
Appreciate H100 drag system
Unbeatable in price range
Cons
- Weight little bit heavier than other reels in the same category
8 Questions &
8 Answers
william treacy
from Long Island, N.Y asked:
April 26, 2019
can 8000 model be paired with 9' surf rod for stripers and bluefish from surf.
1 Answer
The 8000 would be to big, a better pairing would be the 6000
Submitted by:
Bernie De Graaf
on April 29, 2019
Xavier
from Houston, Texas asked:
December 14, 2018
How would these hold up in saltwater?
1 Answer
With regular rinsing after every use these reels can be used in saltwater.
Submitted by:
Bernie
on December 15, 2018
Ed
from Hayward, California asked:
November 25, 2018
Can i use 20lb braid and how long? Same questuon fir 2500 and 3000.
1 Answer
2500 size is 240/10 • 220/15 • 160/20, 3000 size is 250/15 • 180/20 • 130/30,
4000 size is 360/15 • 260/20 • 185/30, 5000 size is 420/20 • 300/30 • 240/40,
6000 size is 490/30 • 390/40 • 335/50, 8000 size is 475/50 • 390/65 • 345/80 all braid
Submitted by:
Bernie
on November 25, 2018
Daniel Allen Stebbins
from Florida asked:
July 18, 2018
is this a pre-order price or will they be available for the same price when they come out.
1 Answer
This will be the cost now and when they arrive.
Submitted by:
Bernie
on July 18, 2018
Thomas Medders
from Columbus, GA asked:
April 26, 2022
Would a 4000 size be well paired with a 10 medium heavy surf rod?
1 Answer
Thomas, the Penn Pursuit 5000 would balance out better with a 10' MH Surf Rod. The 4000 would pair up best with an 8-9' Surf Rod. Please let us know if we can assist with anything else.
Submitted by:
Brian - TackleDirect Customer Service
on April 27, 2022
Edwin Orf
from Bethany OK asked:
March 11, 2021
9ft med ugly stik which reel? plan on throwing lures and bait for spillway fish here in OK. im thinking 5k reel or would that be to big.
1 Answer
The 5000 would be perfect for the 9' MH.
Submitted by:
Austin Kearney
on March 12, 2021
Joe.
from Delaware asked:
November 15, 2020
My son moved to NYC. Fishing from shore in NY bay and lower NY bay. With Tica 9’ rod would you recommend Penn Pursuit 4000 or 5000? Thanks
1 Answer
Cant go wrong with either, typically for surf fishing i would go with the 5000 for the extra line capacity
Submitted by:
Alex T
on November 18, 2020
spudger
from Europe asked:
September 20, 2018
Specs show mono line capacity are these reels suitable for braid. If so what would the maximum length of braid for the 5000 model?
1 Answer
What lb test braid are you interested in capacity for? We would need to know what lb test so we can make an approximation for mono to braid equivalence. Please give us a call at 1-(888)-354-7335 we will be happy to assist you.
Submitted by:
Rebecca
on September 21, 2018
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