Penn International V-Series 16VSX 2-Speed Lever Drag Reel
Penn International VSX models are constructed to achieve the extreme drag ranges expected by anglers fishing with super-braids. Unlike other products that advertise their high-potential drag settings but fail to inform you that these drag settings result in drag curves that are anything but angler friendly, and have a high potential to pop lines, pull hooks, and result in lost fish, Penn VSX models have been engineered to achieve these extreme drag settings while maintaining an appropriate and smooth drag curve throughout the entire range of the drag-lever. Simply put, Penn Engineering at its finest.
The Penn International 16VSX packs a huge punch for such a small reel. Penn has designed this Fishing Reel with Braided Spectra Line in mind. For one to truely understand the nature of this reel you must think of it basically as a 50lb Class Reel. To maximize the performance of the 16VSX we suggest spooling with 500yds of 80lb Hollow-Core Spectra and a 50yd Topshot of 80lb Diamond Monofilament for stretch. For an incredibly light and powerful combo match the Penn International 16VSX with the
Fisherman's Outfitter 50-130lb Custom Stand-Up Rod.Penn International 16VSX Features:
Machine-Cut, Heat-Treated Stainless Steel Main and Pinion Gears, and Drag Cam
Powerful Double-Disc Drag with 150-Degree Drag Quadrant
Graduated Push-to-Turn Preset
One-Touch Shifting
Four Aircraft-Grade, Sealed, Stainless Steel Ball Bearings
Machined, Gold Anodized One-Piece Frame
Forged & Machined Spool and Side Plates
Stainless Steel Reel Stand
Penn Extreme Drag Cam (28-lb@Strike Max)
Metal Rod Clamp
Harness Lugs
Application-Specific Designed Gearing
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Model
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Mono Capacity
Yards/Test
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Braid Capacity
Yards/Test
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Ball
Bearings
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Max Drag @ Strike
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High-Speed
Gear Ratio
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Low-Speed Gear Ratio
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Line Retrieve per crank-High Gear
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Line Retrieve per crank- Low Gear
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Weight
(oz)
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16VSX
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1000yds/16lb
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550yds /80lb
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4BB
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28lbs
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4.25:1
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1.7:1
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36”
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15”
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41oz
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