
PENN Spinfisher VI Spinning Inshore Fishing Reel, HT-100 Front Drag, Max of 20lb | 9.0kg, Made with an All-Metal Reel Body and Spool Design, 4500, Black Gold
- IPX5 SEALED ALUMINUM REEL SPOOL: Successfully combat corrosion with an all-metal reel body and spool design that also features Line Capacity…
- PRECISION CNC GEAR TECHNOLOGY: Durable, precise and smooth. Recovers at the rate of 40” | 102cm with every turn of the crank. Gear ratio of …
- 6 TOTAL BEARINGS: The Spinfisher VI features 5 stainless steel ball bearings plus 1 instant anti-reverse bearing to provide smooth operation…
- HT-100 FRONT DRAG DRAG SYSTEM: Built with carbon fiber washers for a max drag of 20lb | 9.0kg, this system will handle big fish without wear…
- SUPERLINE SPOOL: Easily prepare for battle with a system that makes it simple to attach slick, braided line. Sizes 2500-5500 have automatic …
Mubboo Value Score: 4.6/10
How it stacks up
Rated 4.7/5 — better than 97% of 38 Fishing Reels we track. Premium-tier pricing at $184.
Head-to-Head vs Category Leader
| PENN | SHIMANO (Leader) | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $184 | $185.99 |
| Rating | 4.7/5 | 4.8/5 |
| Reviews | 2,356 | 383 |
| Mubboo Score | 4.6/10 | 3.9/10 |
The PENN Spinfisher VI Spinning Inshore Fishing R offers comparable quality at 1% lower price.
Quick Specs
- Size
- 4500
- Color
- Black Gold
- Material
- Blend
- Unit Count
- 1.0 Count
- Item Weight
- 0.76 Pounds
- Manufacturer
- Pure Fishing
- Model Number
- Spinfisher VI
- Gearbox Ratio
- 6.2
What reviewers say
Synthesized from 40 reviews · 100% verified purchases.
Buyers should verify sizing and line capacity for their intended use, as some models (e.g., KastKing Sharky X 5000) run smaller than typical. For baitcasting reels, be prepared to adjust spool tension per lure to prevent backlash.
Rating reliability
About PENN
- 7 products in our database
- Average rating: 4.5/5 across all products
- Price range: $59.86 – $194
- Categories: Fishing Reels, Fishing Rods
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the PENN PENN Spinfisher VI Spinning Inshore Fishing Reel, HT-100 Front Dr worth buying in 2026?
It earns a Mubboo Score of 4.6/10, with a 4.7/5 rating from 2,356 reviews — better than 97% of Fishing Reels we track.
How much does the PENN PENN Spinfisher VI Spinning Inshore Fish cost?
It is currently $184 — premium-tier pricing for Fishing Reels.
How does it compare to the top-rated Fishing Reels?
The PENN Spinfisher VI Spinning Inshore Fishing R offers comparable quality at 1% lower price.
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