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Authority® Spinning Reel

4.5
Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars
6
$499.95 - $599.95
Authority® Spinning Reel
Authority® Spinning Reel
Authority® Spinning Reel
Authority® Spinning Reel

Authority® Spinning Reel

Reel Size
Gear Ratio

The PENN® Authority™ is the new PENN® standard. Focusing on best-in-class smoothness and sealing, these reels will have a size and g ear 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.

Authority® Spinning Reel
Authority® Spinning Reel
Authority® Spinning Reel
Authority® Spinning Reel

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ATH2500 ATH2500HS ATH3500 ATH4500 ATH4500HS ATH5500 ATH6500 ATH6500HS ATH7500 ATH8500 ATH8500HS ATH10500
Reel Size
2500
Reel Size
2500
Reel Size
3500
Reel Size
4500
Reel Size
4500
Reel Size
5500
Reel Size
6500
Reel Size
6500
Reel Size
7500
Reel Size
8500
Reel Size
8500
Reel Size
10500
Gear Ratio
5.7:1
Gear Ratio
7.0:1
Gear Ratio
5.7:1
Gear Ratio
5.7:1
Gear Ratio
7.0:1
Gear Ratio
5.2:1
Gear Ratio
5.2:1
Gear Ratio
6.2:1
Gear Ratio
4.7:1
Gear Ratio
4.7:1
Gear Ratio
5.3:1
Gear Ratio
4.2:1
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Max Drag
20lb | 9.1kg
Max Drag
20lb | 9.1kg
Max Drag
30lb | 13.6kg
Max Drag
30lb | 13.6kg
Max Drag
30lb | 13.6kg
Max Drag
40lb | 18.1kg
Max Drag
40lb | 18.1kg
Max Drag
40lb | 18.1kg
Max Drag
50lb | 22.6kg
Max Drag
50lb | 22.6kg
Max Drag
50lb | 22.6kg
Max Drag
60lb | 27.2kg
Weight
11.9 oz
Weight
11.9 oz
Weight
14.3 oz
Weight
15 oz
Weight
15 oz
Weight
23.6 oz
Weight
25.4 oz
Weight
25.4 oz
Weight
29.7 oz
Weight
31.1 oz
Weight
31.1 oz
Weight
37.3 oz
# Ball Bearings
13
# Ball Bearings
13
# Ball Bearings
13
# Ball Bearings
13
# Ball Bearings
13
# Ball Bearings
13
# Ball Bearings
13
# Ball Bearings
13
# Ball Bearings
13
# Ball Bearings
13
# Ball Bearings
13
# Ball Bearings
13
Mono Capacity (m/mm)
235/0.23 160/0.28 130/0.31
Mono Capacity (m/mm)
235/0.23 160/0.28 130/0.31
Mono Capacity (m/mm)
330/0.23 240/0.28 180/0.31
Mono Capacity (m/mm)
390/0.25 290/0.28 215/0.33
Mono Capacity (m/mm)
390/0.25 290/0.28 215/0.33
Mono Capacity (m/mm)
390/0.28 300/0.33 210/0.36
Mono Capacity (m/mm)
355/0.33 315/0.36 185/0.38
Mono Capacity (m/mm)
355/0.33 315/0.36 185/0.38
Mono Capacity (m/mm)
450/0.36 300/0.38 200/0.46
Mono Capacity (m/mm)
415/0.46 280/0.56 240/0.61
Mono Capacity (m/mm)
415/0.46 280/0.56 240/0.61
Mono Capacity (m/mm)
395/0.56 330/0.61 230/0.71
Braid Capacity (m/lb)
240/10 220/15 160/20
Braid Capacity (m/lb)
240/10 220/15 160/20
Braid Capacity (m/lb)
310/10 270/15 220/20
Braid Capacity (m/lb)
390/15 320/20 250/30
Braid Capacity (m/lb)
390/15 320/20 250/30
Braid Capacity (m/lb)
500/20 380/30 335/40
Braid Capacity (m/lb)
485/30 410/40 335/50
Braid Capacity (m/lb)
485/30 410/40 335/50
Braid Capacity (m/lb)
530/40 440/50 400/65
Braid Capacity (m/lb)
730/40 600/50 555/65
Braid Capacity (m/lb)
730/40 600/50 555/65
Braid Capacity (m/lb)
845/50 780/65 540/80
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4.5
Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars
Based on 6 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 5 Total 4 star reviews: 0 Total 3 star reviews: 0 Total 2 star reviews: 1 Total 1 star reviews: 0
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    Norbert S.
    Verified Reviewer
    6 days ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Authority 8500HS

    What is the actual stopping power of this spool? The data sheet says 50lb / 22,6 kg. On the spool drum and in all the photos it is 40lb / 18,1 kg. I bought one and the drum actually says 40lb / 18,1 kg. I have two 4500s and a 7500 with the correct specs.

  • CB
    Captain Billy C.
    Flag of United States
    5 months ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Putting the Authority to the test

    Exceptional reel! I fish approximately 200 days a year with customers exclusively in salt water. From casting lures to live bait Penn Authority is built to take a beating. Bull Redfish will test the limits of any reel especially if you do it day in day out. The drag on the Authority is super smooth and my customers speak highly of them.

  • FF
    Florida F.
    Verified Reviewer
    1 month ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Love This Reel

    This is an exceptionally smooth reel with awesome drag capability. Was hesitant at first due to cost and some questionable reviews. I purchased an Authority 5500 for my surf rod. Loved it so much I purchased a second one a few weeks later. Outperforms my 6500/5500 Spinfisher reels, which was a tall order to accomplish.

  • RR
    Reel Reaction C.
    Flag of United States
    3 months ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Strong drag, handle - built tough!

    The reel is phenomenal!!! We use it on all of our charters!

  • CE
    Capt Epi G.
    Flag of United States
    6 months ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Penn Authority

    Great reel, dependable, low maintenance and great to Tuna fishing.

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