Product Description
PENN Authority Spinning ReelThe PENN Authority is PENN’s flagship sealed saltwater spinning reel, built for anglers who need maximum durability, smoothness and drag performance in demanding offshore, surf and heavy inshore environments.An IPX8 sealed body and spool protect the reel from water intrusion, while CNC-machined stainless-steel gearing, Dura-Drag... Read MoreGuaranteed Safe Checkout
PENN Authority Spinning Reel
The PENN Authority is PENN’s flagship sealed saltwater spinning reel, built for anglers who need maximum durability, smoothness and drag performance in demanding offshore, surf and heavy inshore environments.
An IPX8 sealed body and spool protect the reel from water intrusion, while CNC-machined stainless-steel gearing, Dura-Drag and a 12+1 stainless bearing system provide the strength and refinement expected from PENN’s top-tier spinning platform.
Key Features:
- IPX8 sealed body and spool
- Full metal body, sideplate and rotor
- CNC stainless-steel main and pinion gears
- Sealed Dura-Drag system
- 12+1 stainless-steel bearing system
- Leveline slow oscillation for controlled line lay
- Right/left interchangeable handle
- Standard and high-speed models available
Which Size Should I Choose?
4500 / 4500HS: lighter offshore, inshore lure fishing and smaller pelagics. Choose HS when fast line pickup is important.
5500–6500: general offshore, reef, jigging and medium pelagic work.
7500–8500: heavy offshore fishing, large kingfish, tuna, surf and serious jigging.
10500: maximum capacity and drag for very heavy offshore and big-pelagic applications.
Model Specifications
| Model | Gear Ratio | Retrieve | Max Drag | Bearings | Weight | Braid Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4500 | 5.7:1 | 94cm | 13.6kg | 12+1 | 425g | 390yd/15lb, 320yd/20lb, 250yd/30lb |
| 4500HS | 7.0:1 | 114cm | 13.6kg | 12+1 | 425g | 390yd/15lb, 320yd/20lb, 250yd/30lb |
| 5500 | 5.2:1 | 91.5cm | 18.1kg | 12+1 | 669g | 500yd/20lb, 380yd/30lb, 335yd/40lb |
| 6500 | 5.2:1 | 99cm | 18.1kg | 12+1 | 720g | 485yd/30lb, 410yd/40lb, 335yd/50lb |
| 7500 | 4.7:1 | 96.5cm | 22.7kg | 12+1 | 842g | 530yd/40lb, 440yd/50lb, 400yd/65lb |
| 8500 | 4.7:1 | 107cm | 22.7kg | 12+1 | 882g | 730yd/40lb, 600yd/50lb, 555yd/65lb |
| 8500HS | 5.3:1 | 127cm | 22.7kg | 12+1 | 882g | 730yd/40lb, 600yd/50lb, 555yd/65lb |
| 10500 | 4.2:1 | 109cm | 27.2kg | 12+1 | 1057g | 845yd/50lb, 780yd/65lb, 540yd/80lb |
Need help choosing an Authority? Contact TackleWest with your rod, braid class and target species and we can match you to the right size and retrieve speed.