Penn Squall II Conventional 30 LH-Left handX vs Daiwa BG 6500X

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Penn Squall II Conventional, 30 LH , left hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Star Drag, 1522172
Penn Squall II Conventional
Multireels
55.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.54 out of 10
Ergonomics5.91 out of 10
Gear ratio6:1:1
Maximum drag11.3kg / 24,91lbs
Weight535g / 18.87oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €161.90
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size30 LH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationLeft
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 400/0.4
Daiwa BG, 6500, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10460-650
Daiwa BG
Spinning
66.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight835g / 29.45oz
Line retireve per crank123 centimeter / 48.43 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €128.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.45/340

Conclusion

Daiwa BG 6500X edges out Penn Squall II Conventional 30 LH-Left handX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.3:1) and the durability (8.5 out of 10). Still, Penn Squall II Conventional 30 LH-Left handX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 102 centimeter / 40.16 inch and a weight of 535g / 18,87oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Penn Squall II Conventional and Daiwa BG?

Penn Squall II Conventional 30 LH-Left handX

  • Scoring 8.22 out of 10 (535g / 18,87oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
  • With a high retrieve rate of 9.47 out of 10 (102 centimeter / 40.16 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery

Daiwa BG 6500X

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.