I can't agree on my experience. Every Penn reel I've ever owned still works.
I know they moved off shore in assembly back in the 90's. That was supposed to be the cheaped down version of the legendary Philadelphia based reel company.
I've jigmasters, SS's, 30 & 50 International, 6/0, 9/0's and a 930 have all served me fine. My 9/0 was used in s shark tournament 2 weeks ago and is 35 years old
However, my Penn 930 Level Wind is 15 years old and gets the sh*t beat out of it using weekly on the tow boat. Aside from some lube and new line, the drag washers are still original.
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Originally Posted by rumster
Been using Penn reels for 45 years... Personally they have gone way down hill. Recently purchased 2 Saragosa`s 25000 and a 10000. Used both of them in Panama over the month I was there and I was very impressed with how smooth they were. Handled tuna no problem.
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