Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX vs Daiwa 21 TOURNAMENT FEEDER 25QD

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Penn Slammer IV, 8500 HS, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1545770
Penn Slammer IV
Spinning
8500 Hsx
70.80 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag22.6kg / 49,82lbs
Weight870g / 30.69oz
Line retireve per crank127 centimeter / 50 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €294.00
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8500 HS
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/415
Daiwa 21 TOURNAMENT FEEDER 25QD, 25QD, left and right hand, Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10924-025
Daiwa 21 TOURNAMENT FEEDER 25QD
Feeder And Match
90.70 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.51 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight455g / 16.05oz
Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €312.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size25
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 TOURNAMENT FEEDER 25QD edges out Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the ball bearings (7) and the line retrieve per crank (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch). Still, Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.3:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Penn Slammer IV and Daiwa 21 TOURNAMENT FEEDER 25QD?

Daiwa 21 TOURNAMENT FEEDER 25QD

  • With 9.1 out of 10 score (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch) (line retrieve), this reel excels in speed which makes it perfect for rapid match fishing where every second counts
  • With a ball bearing score of 9.33 out of 10 (7), this reel feels exceptionally smooth and responsive, an ideal choice for demanding feeder and match fishing