Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 10000 PGX

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Penn Battle III Long Cast, 8000 LC, left and right hand, Long cast spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, BTLIII8000LC , 1519206
Penn Battle III Long Cast
Spinning
8000 Lcx
53.60 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.59 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.0:1
Maximum drag13.6kg / 29,98lbs
Weight748g / 26.39oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €177.40
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000 LC
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/485
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A, 10000 PG, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, SRG10000SWAPG
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
76.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.76 out of 10
Ergonomics5.42 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight685g / 24.16oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €229.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/210

Conclusion

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 10000 PGX clearly outshines Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (4.9:1) and durability (8.76 out of 10). While Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 10000 PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn Battle III Long Cast and Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A?

Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX

  • 8.9 out of 10 (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 10000 PGX

  • With a high gear ratio of 9.4 out of 10 (4.9:1), this reel is built for jigging, lure work, or staying tight to fast-moving fish
  • Scoring 8.04 out of 10 (685g / 24,16oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.