Mitchell 308 PRO 2000X vs Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX

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Mitchell 308 PRO, 2000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1428058
Mitchell 308 PRO
Spinning
50.60 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag6.4kg / 14,11lbs
Weight239g / 8.43oz
Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandMITCHELL
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €56.90
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofil-
Penn International VISW, 80, right hand, Big Game Fishing Reel, Lever Drag, Gold, 1370784
Penn International VISW
Multireels
64.70 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.98 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio3.1:1/1.5:1
Maximum drag29.4kg / 64,82lbs
Weight3205g / 113.05oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €979.00
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size80
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.76/1435

Conclusion

Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX edges out Mitchell 308 PRO 2000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the ball bearings (5) and the line retrieve per crank (102 centimeter / 40.16 inch). Still, Mitchell 308 PRO 2000X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.8:1 and a weight of 239g / 8,43oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Mitchell 308 PRO and Penn International VISW?

Mitchell 308 PRO 2000X

  • A fast gear ratio of 9.2 out of 10 (5.8:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (6,4kg / 14,11lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
  • With a score like 8.41 out of 10 (239g / 8,43oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.

Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX

  • A 7 out of 10 (5) ball bearing gives a smooth performance across most typical fishing situations