Penn Authority 8500 Spinning Reel

The PENN® Authority™ is the new PENN® standard. Focusing on best-in-class smoothness and sealing, these reels will have a size and gear ratio for every scenario. Utilizing CNC Gear technology™, the precision-cut stainless steel gear train paired with the Dura-Drag™ system, will give you the power to tame anything from within the deep blue. The IPX8 sealed body and spool are top of the line, ensuring that no water will reach the internals, even if submerged. Whether fishing the creeks or in the blue water, the PENN® Authority™ sets a new standard for durability and performance.

Submersible IPX8 Sealed Body and Spool Design

Full Metal Body, Sideplate, and Rotor

CNC Gear Technology with Stainless Steel Main and Pinion Gears

Sealed Slammer® drag system with Dura-Drag™

12+1 Stainless Steel Bearing System

Leveline® Slow Oscillation System

Spare Hypalon Handle Knob

Anti-Reverse Feature Instant Anti-Reverse

Bearing Count 12+1

Braid Capacity yd/lb 730/40 600/50 555/65

Color Black/Gold

Drag Material Dura Drag

Drag Type Front Drag

Gear Ratio 4.7:1

Max Drag lb 50lb|22.6kg

Model Number ATH8500

Mono Capacity m/mm 415/0.46 280/0.56 240/0.61

Mono Capacity yd/lb 455/20 310/30 260/40

Reel Handle Position Right/Left

Reel Size 8500

Reel Spool Material Aluminum

Retrieve Rate 42|107cm

Water Type Saltwater