Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX vs Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX
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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

Penn International VISW
Multireels
67.60 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.68 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.1:1/1.4:1
Maximum drag13.6kg / 29,98lbs
Weight1590g / 56.09oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandPENN
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €559.00
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size30
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeLever drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/1270
Conclusion
Both Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX and Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX offers a maximum drag of 22,6kg / 49,82lbs, while Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX stands out for a line retrieve per crank of 104 centimeter / 40.94 inch. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.
What's the difference between Penn Slammer IV and Penn International VISW?
Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX
- For 8 out of 10 (22,6kg / 49,82lbs) in drag score, the reel holds up well when you're battling strong fish or fishing near heavy cover
Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX
- With a high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (104 centimeter / 40.94 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
- A 7 out of 10 (5) ball bearing gives a smooth performance across most typical fishing situations
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