Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LC-Right handX vs Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX

Penn Squall II Levelwind
Multireels
66.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.92 out of 10
Gear ratio4:9:1
Maximum drag14.9kg / 32,85lbs
Weight530g / 18.7oz
Line retireve per crank70 centimeter / 27.56 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandPENN
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €138.60
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size20 LW LC
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 290/0.29

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
Both Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LC-Right handX and Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LC-Right handX offers a weight of 530g / 18,7oz, while Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX stands out for a line retrieve per crank of 102 centimeter / 40.16 inch. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.
What's the difference between Penn Squall II Levelwind and Penn International VISW?
Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LC-Right handX
- A gear ratio of 4:9:1 (scoring 6.11 out of 10) gives you a nice middle ground, just enough torque to handle pressure, but still quick enough for general use
- At a maximum drag of 14,9kg / 32,85lbs (scoring 5.51 out of 10), the reel has a modest drag setup which is enough for smaller fish or relaxed situations where finesse matters more
- Scoring 8.23 out of 10 (530g / 18,7oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
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