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Warfare® Star Drag Level Wind Conventional Reel

2.8
Rated 2.8 out of 5 stars
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$119.99 - $149.99
PENN Warfare® Level Wind
PENN Warfare® Level Wind
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Warfare® Star Drag Level Wind Conventional Reel

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The PENN® Warfare was engineered to be an extremely versatile all- around reel at an affordable price. It features a lightweight graphite frame and sideplates with aluminum frame rings for improved rigidity to prevent frame-flex.  HT-100 drag washers provide smooth drag under heavy loads. Line Capacity Rings eliminate the question of how much line you have left when fighting a fish.

PENN Warfare® Level Wind
PENN Warfare® Level Wind

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Compare Warfare® Star Drag Level Wind Conventional Reel Models

WAR15LWLH

$119.99

  • Reel Size:

    15

  • Gear Ratio:

    5.1:1

  • Retrieve:

    Left

  • Max Drag:

    15lb

  • # Ball Bearings:

    3

  • Mono Cap (yds/lbs):

    375/12 320/15  215/20

  • Braid Cap (yds/lbs):

    580/20 435/30 305/50

WAR15LWLC

$139.99

  • Reel Size:

    15

  • Gear Ratio:

    5.1:1

  • Retrieve:

    Right

  • Max Drag:

    15lb

  • # Ball Bearings:

    3

  • Mono Cap (yds/lbs):

    375/12 320/15  215/20

  • Braid Cap (yds/lbs):

    580/20 435/30 305/50

WAR15LW

$119.99

  • Reel Size:

    15

  • Gear Ratio:

    5.1:1

  • Retrieve:

    Right

  • Max Drag:

    15lb

  • # Ball Bearings:

    3

  • Mono Cap (yds/lbs):

    375/12 320/15  215/20

  • Braid Cap (yds/lbs):

    580/20 435/30 305/50

WAR20LWLH

$139.99

  • Reel Size:

    20

  • Gear Ratio:

    5.1:1

  • Retrieve:

    Left

  • Max Drag:

    15lb

  • # Ball Bearings:

    3

  • Mono Cap (yds/lbs):

    475/15 315/20  290/25

  • Braid Cap (yds/lbs):

    865/20 650/30 455/50

WAR20LW

$139.99

  • Reel Size:

    20

  • Gear Ratio:

    5.1:1

  • Retrieve:

    Right

  • Max Drag:

    15lb

  • # Ball Bearings:

    3

  • Mono Cap (yds/lbs):

    475/15 315/20  290/25

  • Braid Cap (yds/lbs):

    865/20 650/30 455/50

WAR30LW

$149.99

  • Reel Size:

    30

  • Gear Ratio:

    3.9:1

  • Retrieve:

    Right

  • Max Drag:

    15lb

  • # Ball Bearings:

    3

  • Mono Cap (yds/lbs):

    455/25 370/30 285/40

  • Braid Cap (yds/lbs):

    1020/30 710/50 590/65

2.8
Rated 2.8 out of 5 stars
Based on 10 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 4
Total 4 star reviews: 0
Total 3 star reviews: 0
Total 2 star reviews: 2
Total 1 star reviews: 4
40%would recommend this product
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  • TA Profile picture for Tracy A.
    Tracy A.
    Verified Reviewer
    1 year ago
    Rated 2 out of 5 stars
    I’m regretting my purchases

    Bought two Penn warfares. Don’t use for about 1 year, sat on a shelf.

    Began using recently in Mexico on a sailing trip and my fishing adventure turned into a non fishing adventure.

    Because the drag not working properly it caused multiple problems with my line and lost every lure as a result.

    I have spent more time trying to repair and figure out the problem(s) than fishing.

    I’ve lost so much money on this trip because Penn failed me.

    No a happy customer.

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    PENN® Fishing
    1 year ago

    Hello Tracy,

    Thank you for reaching out and sharing your experience with us. We completely understand your frustration, and we're genuinely sorry to hear about the issues you've encountered.

    We want to assure you that we take this matter seriously, and we've already sent you an email to address your concerns. Please check your inbox (and spam folder, just in case) for our message with further details on how we can assist you in resolving this situation.

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    Trey
    3 days ago
    Rated 2 out of 5 stars
    Free spool

    So I got it and I was having mixed feelings about it. When I first brought it out to the river and casted it (by pulling the lever to free spool) the handle swung and closed the spool leading to me losing a 20 dollar catfish rig. Aswell as the drag failing on me and causing me to lose a potential pb blue.

    So no I am not a happy customer.

    P.s. : please make like a counterbalanced dual power knob option because I have been searching the web for aftermarket custom handle grips, and came up with 0 to no options as it is very very rare to find a aftermarket custom handle and grip. My Abu Garcia Ambassadeur performed better and I got it for 60 dollars. Please fix your reel Penn.

    PF Profile picture for PENN® Fishing
    PENN® Fishing
    22 seconds ago

    both your rig and the opportunity at a potential personal best. This is not the experience we want our customers to have, and we appreciate you taking the time to share these details.

    We also appreciate your feedback regarding the handle and power knob options. We’ll be sure to pass your suggestions along to our product team for consideration as we continue to improve our products.

    Please reach out to our Consumer Service team so we can learn more about what happened and assist you further.

  • BB
    Bruce b.
    2 weeks ago
    Rated 1 out of 5 stars
    Is this NORMAL

    Bought a Penn 20lw and seem to be having issues, like I reel it in but the handle just spins no line comes in then I adjust the drag slightly and the it starts clicking and retrieves the line, reduce drag and then nothing like what the heck is going on? I’m using for down rigger never come across a reel like this before can’t really use, is this how it works or is it broken?

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    PENN® Fishing
    2 weeks ago

    We're sorry to hear you're having trouble with your PENN 20LW. That doesn't sound like the experience you should be having. The reel should retrieve line smoothly when it's properly set up, so we'd like to help determine whether it's a drag setting issue or if the reel needs to be inspected.

    Please send us an email at support@pennfishing.com with the reel model, when and where it was purchased, and, if possible, a short video demonstrating the issue. Our team will be happy to review it and help get you back on the water as quickly as possible.

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    scott
    Verified Reviewer
    2 months ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    15

    i bought one of these reels to replace a old reel,boy did i make the right choose it will haul in a 35 flat head with no worrys, will be buying more.

  • AS
    Aaron s.
    1 year ago
    Rated 1 out of 5 stars
    Drag issues

    I bought this real brand new years ago and since day one, it has had consistent drag issues, it’s either too hard or too soft and the adjustment on the star spinner is less than half a return from either way. My opinion??? stay away and get something different.

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    PENN® Fishing
    1 year ago

    Hello Aaron,

    Thank you for your feedback, and we're very sorry to hear about the drag issues you've experienced with your reel. That’s not the experience we want our customers to have, and we truly apologize for the frustration.

    We also want to let you know that we’ve reached out directly to your email. If you haven’t seen it yet, please check your inbox (and spam/junk folder just in case). We're happy to resend it if needed.