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Penn SLAIII10500 Slammer III Spinning Reel

Penn SLAIII10500 Slammer III Spinning Reel

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TD Code		DescriptionBraid CapacityMono CapacityMax. DragGear RatioInches Per TurnAnti-ReverseWeightPrice
SLAIII10500
PEN-1527		Slammer III Spinning Reel540/80360/4060 lbs.4.2:143 in.Instant w/ Back Up43.1 oz.$364.95 USD
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The Penn SLAIII10500 Slammer III Spinning Reel is a part of the relaunch of one of the toughest spinner lines known to guides and captains the world over. Utilizing Penn's new CNC Gear Technology, with improved IPX6 sealing, and their proprietary Dura-Drag System, the Slammer is finally back!

Penn SLAIII10500 Slammer III Spinning Reel Features:

  • Full Metal (Diecast Aluminum) Body/Rotor Construction
  • CNC Gear Technology (All Brass)
  • Sealed Dura-Drag System (IPX6 SEALED)
  • Improved Gear Box Sealing (IPX6 SEALED)
  • Spare EVA Handle Knob Included in Box
5 Stars based on 82 reviews
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By DJ A.
Florida
Offshore beast
November 19, 2019
I have 2 of these reels on custom 8ft rods. Primarily used for sight fishing while offshore trolling. Cast at a weed mat or see a lot of birds etc. Cast a big chugger, zip, zip boom fish on! And an unbelievable catch at that...a wahoo! Peeled off maybe 200yds, 65lb suf832 braid. And wahoo can hit ur bait at over 60mph. It was a blast and tasted great!
By Jody
North Carolina
No more Penns for me
July 20, 2022
I have purchased many Penn reels and the reel life has gone in the crapper. I still have some old Conflict and Spinfishers that are working but all of the new reels have purchased in the last year are awful. Especially the latest one a Penn Slammer 3. I used it for one weekend and now it is loud and when the handle is turned it grinds. Again, this was used for one weekend from a boat and was never dunked or even sprayed with saltwater. I always wash and dry all of my reels at the end of each day. It's not like these are an inexpensive investment.
Pros
  • Holds great amount of line
Cons
  • Quality and durability are awful
By Pyro C.
Snyder, TX
5500
February 28, 2022
I now have the 5500 and 6500 Slammer III reels and absolutely love them. On the prowl for a 3500 and 4500 now but getting harder to find
By Zhang
Texas
Good
January 26, 2022
Good for the big fish
By Chris
Swansea, MA
Hammer
January 22, 2022
Used a 6500 standard for the first half of my year at the canal last season, swapped out the knob for the EVA. hammer of a reel, more drag than i could hold on too when i paired it with my 11ft 3-10oz black hole heavy surf 2
Pros
  • drag power.
  • durability
Cons
  • some people may say that it is heavy, for me i find that this is the max of what i like to use at 24oz, but for what it does and for the rod i use it is balanced very well.
By Alex
CA
Well made.
January 21, 2022
Also bought the 5500. Can't go wrong with Penn Slammer3. Solid reel and well made. Great service from Tackle Direct. Thanks you.
Pros
  • Solid.
Cons
  • None
By Alex
CA
Excellent reel
January 21, 2022
Another great Penn reel. Also bought the 4500. Well made, strong drag and smooth.
Pros
  • Well made.
Cons
  • None
By ChuckD
Clayton, NC
Slammer III 4500
January 9, 2022
Great surf reel with stout build and overpowering capabilities
Pros
  • Strength, build quality drag
Cons
  • Drag does not ever get completely resistance free
By ChuckD
Clayton, NC
Slammer III 4500
January 9, 2022
Reel was flawless fishing it in the surf. Didn’t hook up on anything but I can attest that it felt smooth, was comfortable all day fishing with it and it paired well on a 10’ battalion surf (first gen). Not a whole lot to dislike.
Pros
  • Durable, penn tough
Cons
  • Dura drag is strong so if you want to dial in a loose drag, that type of setting still gives a fair amount of resistance. I believe this was addressed in the III model
By Pyro C.
texas
SLAMMER NO DOUBT
December 18, 2021
These Slammer reels are phenomenal. I fished for so many years with my old Penn SS reels and these Slammers are such a step above.
By Alabama F.
Gulf of Mexico
Penn SLAIII4500 Slammer III
October 14, 2021
Great reel for surf fishing.
Pros
  • Hold a good amount of braided line. Drag can handle fish above reel size with no flexing or torque issues.
Cons
  • None
By Ron
Nc
Penn slammer3 5500 reel
October 14, 2021
very good reel, planning on getting another one soon.
Pros
  • very good reel , great drag.
Cons
  • none
By Mike
Phildelphia
Penn slammer
October 14, 2021
Works great real smooth
Pros
  • Price
Cons
  • A little bulky for the size
By Matthew
NJ
Awesome except...
October 13, 2021
The drag. High end is quite strong but low end stays pretty tight like pulling braid cutting your hand tight.
Pros
  • Everything except
Cons
  • low end drag
By Tim M.
LI, NY
Needed another for Florida
September 27, 2021
I've been using a SLAIII6500 to fish the surf of the south shore of LI for the last 3 years. I bought the SLAIII5500 for fishing the Atlantic coast of Florida. The IPX6 rating will come in handy standing in wait deep water throwing lures.
Pros
  • IPX6 rating. Solid construction.
6 Questions & 6 Answers
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"Steve"
from E. Central Illinois asked:
October 18, 2019

Greetings fellow fisherman... I recently purchased the Spin fisher V1 7600 and a Shimano Terez TZS72h 2 pc. rod- nice ! ?

But now I have this Slammer lll 10500  I call "Mr. Biggie" . Love to do some on-shore one of these days to. What would you

very well experienced observing pro's out there recommend ...Heavy action ?...  length ?  for a on -shore spin cast rod to pair

this ? Something that will definitely be dependable, take the fight and praying no snap just as it is ten foot from you on shore ?...

e.g.s Penn's Carnage, Battalion,Shimano Terez  series, etc...? I see a lot of these 11 to 12 foot rods are one pieces.

Why is it hat when fly rodder's have heavier weighted rods as for or a prime example here ...have nice multi pieces for travel use

and take the Tarpon on or groupers,etc.for the 11 weights and so on ?  Hard to travel with 12 foot one piece rod(s) let alone via

vehicle or in a jet. Ha ! ps. must add I have access to the Carolina's and mid to SW Gulf Coast of FL...

1 Answer
You could go with a few different models:

https://www.tackledirect.com/st-croix-triumph-surf-travel-rod-tsrs100m4.html or

https://www.tackledirect.com/okuma-nomad-travel-surf-rods.html


https://www.tackledirect.com/saltwater-spinning-rods.html#/filter:nt_rod_technique:Travel/filter:nt_rod_length:10:11

Submitted by: Ethan on October 21, 2019

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Forrest
from Florida asked:
November 19, 2018
How many yards of 65 LB Power Pro do you think will fit on the penn slammer 10500
1 Answer
Your looking at close to 650 yards of 65# power pro.
Submitted by: Bernie on November 19, 2018

Answer
Zed
from Barbados asked:
July 21, 2018
What Rod would you suggest to pair the penn slam 3 10 500 for sails and blues, is it a good reel for pitch baiting?
1 Answer
The Shimano TZS72MHBLK Terez Spinning Rod Black would pair up great with the slammer 3 10500 here's the link https://www.tackledirect.com/shimano-tzs72mhblk-terez-spinning-rod-black.html
Submitted by: Bernie on July 23, 2018

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Mostafa Elrawy
from Arizona asked:
June 25, 2018
What jigging rod would you recommend with the slammer 10500 with 80lb braid
1 Answer
Penn CARJGII80200S60
Submitted by: John on June 27, 2018

Answer
G
from Miami, FL asked:
January 29, 2018
What surf rod would you recommend to go with this reel? I'm looking for a 2 piece rod that will split to 6 ft and under and will be using 80 lb braid. Thanks!
1 Answer
The Star PFS2050C12 Paraflex Surf Rod would match with the Penn Slammer 10500 and the rod is a 50/50 split.
Submitted by: Donald on January 30, 2018

Answer
Aasim
from Long Branch, NJ asked:
February 21, 2017
I'm debating between the Penn Slammer III 10500 and a Shimano Saragosa 25000 for offshore tuna, mahi, and whatever else bites. Any thoughts on which would be a better choice? Thx!
1 Answer
The Shimnao Saragosa will be a great for the type of fishing you are doing. The Saragosa is the better option of the two reels.
Submitted by: Donald on February 21, 2017

Answer
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