EDITOR'S CHOICE SALTWATER
Penn Battle III 4000 Spinning Reel
Fishing
Penn Battle III 4000 Spinning Reel
The Penn Battle III 4000 Spinning Reel is the saltwater spinning reel that working anglers buy for serious inshore fishing. The full-metal body resists saltwater corrosion, the HT-100 carbon fiber drag delivers up to 20 lb of smooth drag pressure, the 6.2:1 gear ratio recovers line quickly, and the line capacity (240 yards of 8 lb) handles most inshore species. The trade is the heavier weight vs Shimano (12.3 oz) and the metal body that requires periodic lubrication.
+Pros: Full-metal body resists saltwater corrosion · HT-100 carbon fiber drag up to 20 lb · 6.2:1 gear ratio for fast retrieval
−Cons: 12.3 oz heavier than Shimano alternatives · Requires periodic lubrication
$119
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