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| Model TD Code | Gear Ratio | Retrieve | Mono Capacity (yd/lb) | Braid Capacity (yd/lb) | Bearings | Retrieve Rate | Max Drag (lb) | Price |
| SLAIV5500BLS PEN-1993 | 5.6:1 | Right/Left | 430/10 330/12 230/15 | 500/20 380/30 335/40 | 9 | 39in | 40 | $299.95 USD | |||
The Penn Slammer IV spinning reel is packed with more features than ever before. Building off of Penn's proven IPX6 sealed body and spool, the redesigned Slammer drag system is built to not only be better sealed, but also offer a wider range of usable drag, all while being bearing supported for extra smoothness. Adding Penn's all brass CNC gear technology, 8+1 stainless steel bearing system and Hydrophobic Line Roller Bearing has made the Slammer IV the ultimate workhorse reel.
- Full Metal Body and sideplate
- CNC Gear Technology with brass main gear
- IPX6 Sealed body and spool design
- 8+1 stainless steel bearing system
- Hydrophobic Line Roller Bearing
- Spare EVA handle knob
- Sealed Slammer drag system with Dura-Drag
5 Stars based on 10 reviews
By ERIC P.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
BEST DARN SPINNING REEL ON THE MARKET!!!
July 11, 2022
CAUGHT LOTS OF 15 TO 20 lb. RED SNAPPER IN 175 ft. OF WATER. NO PROBLEMS GETTING THEM UP BEFORE THE SHARKS GET THEM. GREAT FOR FISHING VERTICAL JIGS AS WELL.
By Lawrence
Stowe, PA
Awesome
July 8, 2022
Smooth wind up and cast. Hefty ball for grip and holds perfect amount of line. Will be buying more in the future for my collection.
By Wildon H.
NC
Best reel I own
June 16, 2022
The slammer 4 2500 is a beast. I primarily kayak fish the salt and these reals are perfect. They are smooth and refined but held up to a beating. I have a pair of the newest spinfishers that also have held up. I have gone through diawa bgs, Stradics, and a few other reels that we’re smooth as butter but could not hold up to the beating they take on a kayak.
Pros
- Strong
- Smooth
- Great for kayak fishing
Cons
- None so far
By Robert C.
Winter Park, Florida
AWESOME REEL
April 8, 2022
I've owned a lot of spinning reels in my time, (nearly every brand) and some were great reels. This Penn Slammer lV is quality that can get into the ring with any heavy weight fighter. These are military tough and smooth too. The drag is consistently smooth on long runs and the bail is solid. I will never switch again from Penn again. Price represents quality and I expect to get YEARS and YEARS of enjoyment knowing that I have the advantage once hooked up. The only thing that this reel needs is line and an angler saying "Fish on".
Pros
- Too many to list... Love the high speed gears.
Cons
- Availability was slow at first. Don't own enough of them.
By SR
,
Slammer
April 1, 2022
A joy to use!
By Matthew R.
Topsail, North Carolina
Powerful Precision
March 31, 2022
This reel has exceeded my every expectation. Diawa has been my reel of choice for nearly two decades. The power and sturdiness of these reels is remarkable. So much so I know own a 5500, 7500,8500HS. This reel handled some sizeable Cubera Snapper and a 30 kilo Rooster just weeks ago. Never have I considered until now, a reel I enjoy as much as my Line-up up Saltigas. Far as price goes. Almost 3 of the SlammerIV series for the price of one Saltiga. Still love my Dogfight 8000HDF though.
Pros
- Powerful,smooth retrieve, dunk able, built like a tank, affordable spare spools, PRICE
By Jeff
Aransas Pass, TX
Love my reel
March 29, 2022
Bought the 10500 size for sharks off the jetty. That and looks, I put pandora braid on the reel. Its looks so cool, 100lb purple braid with the reel. I may do a photo shoot with this, it's like holding a super model in your hands. Just amazing
Pros
- It makes me happy
Cons
- I want more and more. Maybe I'm a reel addict
By Daniel
North carolina
Slammer iv 8500 hs
March 28, 2022
They didn't fix the least amount of drag setting. It's not much different than the slammer 3
By ChuckD
Clayton, NC
Awesome gets even better
February 18, 2022
Awesome gets even better for sure! Great looks and raw power make this reel a must have. Drag is improved so it can be loosened a lot more than the III model could.
By Pyro C.
Snyder, TX
BEAST
February 12, 2022
These Slammers are absolute beasts! Another premier reel from Penn. Smooth spinning and the drag is top notch!
2 Questions &
2 Answers
paul guicciardini
from ny asked:
December 13, 2021
what is the weight of the 5500 bls
1 Answer
Hello Paul,
The 5500bls slammer IV weighs 22.1 oz's
Submitted by:
Bernie - TackleDirect Customer Service
on December 14, 2021
scott butler
from smyrna tenn asked:
August 7, 2021
what is bls on the 5500 stand for?
1 Answer
Scott,
The BLS on any Penn reel, including the SLAIV5500BLS, is letting you know that model does not have a bail on the reel or is 'bail-less'. You will manually have to handle the line with your finger when casting. Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with.
Submitted by:
Rick - TackleDirect Customer Service
on August 9, 2021
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