I love Penn products, especially their reels. I own 7 altogether. As with the other reels I own, the reel is strong and has good power. The retrieve is a little slower, which I think is great for working Pencils and Striper Swipers, its also great for bottom fishing. The reel is a little heavier when compared to my other reels of same line class. I've caught some nice Stripers, Blues and a couple nice Fluke. Its easy to breakdown and maintain and can take a beating. Would've liked a little more than just 10lbs of drag without buying the heavier series, but it works and smooth when greased. Its a good all around reel, even though it does get a little heavy while pluging for a couple hours, but best suited for bottom/bait fishing.

Initial review. No issues with packaging or delivery. Reel seems to be very well built. Lots of grease in the right spots. Note - Check to make sure you get the new version with a line roller bearing versus a bushing. Feels very heavy duty! I used to own an older USA made Slammer. This one seems better built. It also feels like it turns better. Con but not really - The reel is heavy and isn’t as smooth as my Shimano Sustain FG 6000 or Shimano Stella SW 4000 or 6000. But this isn’t why I bought it. It will be a workhorse at the surf and jetties and will not be babied. I got it for less than $200 total and that is such a great deal! I will update this review over time.

This reel already stopped working 40days later. Something on the inside looks to be chewed up.