Authority® Spinning Reel
Authority® 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.
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Compare Authority® Spinning Reel Models
ATH2500
$609.95
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Reel Size:
2500
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Gear Ratio:
5.7:1
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Retrieve:
Right/Left
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Max Drag:
20lb | 9.1kg
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# Ball Bearings:
13
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Mono Capacity (m/mm):
235/0.23 160/0.28 130/0.31
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Braid Capacity (m/lb):
240/10 220/15 160/20
ATH2500HS
$609.95
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Reel Size:
2500
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Gear Ratio:
7.0:1
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Retrieve:
Right/Left
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Max Drag:
20lb | 9.1kg
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# Ball Bearings:
13
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Mono Capacity (m/mm):
235/0.23 160/0.28 130/0.31
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Braid Capacity (m/lb):
240/10 220/15 160/20
ATH3500
$649.95
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Reel Size:
3500
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Gear Ratio:
5.7:1
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Retrieve:
Right/Left
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Max Drag:
30lb | 13.6kg
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# Ball Bearings:
13
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Mono Capacity (m/mm):
330/0.23 240/0.28 180/0.31
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Braid Capacity (m/lb):
310/10 270/15 220/20
ATH4500
$649.95
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Reel Size:
4500
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Gear Ratio:
5.7:1
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Retrieve:
Right/Left
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Max Drag:
30lb | 13.6kg
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# Ball Bearings:
13
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Mono Capacity (m/mm):
390/0.25 290/0.28 215/0.33
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Braid Capacity (m/lb):
390/15 320/20 250/30
ATH4500HS
$649.95
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Reel Size:
4500
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Gear Ratio:
7.0:1
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Retrieve:
Right/Left
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Max Drag:
30lb | 13.6kg
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# Ball Bearings:
13
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Mono Capacity (m/mm):
390/0.25 290/0.28 215/0.33
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Braid Capacity (m/lb):
390/15 320/20 250/30
ATH5500
$669.95
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Reel Size:
5500
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Gear Ratio:
5.2:1
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Retrieve:
Right/Left
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Max Drag:
40lb | 18.1kg
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# Ball Bearings:
13
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Mono Capacity (m/mm):
390/0.28 300/0.33 210/0.36
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Braid Capacity (m/lb):
500/20 380/30 335/40
ATH6500
$669.95
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Reel Size:
6500
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Gear Ratio:
5.2:1
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Retrieve:
Right/Left
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Max Drag:
40lb | 18.1kg
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# Ball Bearings:
13
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Mono Capacity (m/mm):
355/0.33 315/0.36 185/0.38
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Braid Capacity (m/lb):
485/30 410/40 335/50
ATH6500HS
$669.95
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Reel Size:
6500
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Gear Ratio:
6.2:1
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Retrieve:
Right/Left
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Max Drag:
40lb | 18.1kg
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# Ball Bearings:
13
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Mono Capacity (m/mm):
355/0.33 315/0.36 185/0.38
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Braid Capacity (m/lb):
485/30 410/40 335/50
ATH7500
$689.95
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Reel Size:
7500
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Gear Ratio:
4.7:1
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Retrieve:
Right/Left
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Max Drag:
50lb | 22.6kg
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# Ball Bearings:
13
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Mono Capacity (m/mm):
450/0.36 300/0.38 200/0.46
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Braid Capacity (m/lb):
530/40 440/50 400/65
ATH8500
$689.95
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Reel Size:
8500
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Gear Ratio:
4.7:1
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Retrieve:
Right/Left
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Max Drag:
50lb | 22.6kg
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# Ball Bearings:
13
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Mono Capacity (m/mm):
415/0.46 280/0.56 240/0.61
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Braid Capacity (m/lb):
730/40 600/50 555/65
ATH8500HS
$689.95
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Reel Size:
8500
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Gear Ratio:
5.3:1
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Retrieve:
Right/Left
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Max Drag:
50lb | 22.6kg
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# Ball Bearings:
13
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Mono Capacity (m/mm):
415/0.46 280/0.56 240/0.61
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Braid Capacity (m/lb):
730/40 600/50 555/65
ATH10500
$719.95
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Reel Size:
10500
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Gear Ratio:
4.2:1
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Retrieve:
Right/Left
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Max Drag:
60lb | 27.2kg
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# Ball Bearings:
13
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Mono Capacity (m/mm):
395/0.56 330/0.61 230/0.71
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Braid Capacity (m/lb):
845/50 780/65 540/80
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- SScortVerified Reviewer4 months agoRated 5 out of 5 starsVery Happy
I am a huge fan of the Penn Slammer series reels but had to try an Authority to see how it stacks up. I bought the 4500 size amd spooled it with 30lb braid to use for inshore species here in New England. The reel is very smooth. Drag is even and consistent. Construction is solid and impressive. Caught some really big bass last year and it performed flawlessly every single timw.
- MMarcVerified Reviewer6 months agoRated 5 out of 5 starsAuthority 10500
When i first received the reel i was a bit worried about the smoothness i suppose since it was brand new, but now that it’s broken in, it is right up with there with all the other high end reels. The internals are smooth as butter after a few outings and the drag hits way above its price bracket. It’s a bit of a heavyweight, but for my purposes i actually prefer that. I have it mounted on a Carnage III jigging rod rated for 200lb braid currently spooled with 150lb. This rod and reel combo is no joke. I have yet to hook a fish that could take a significant amount of line. Tuna are no problem at all, in fact i would go as far as to say it may be a bit overkill haha. The build quality of these higher end Penn products are impeccable and this is now my go to setup for any big game jigging. I might just have to get another smaller authority for my other spinning setups too. It has quickly become my absolute favorite reel and for the price, it’s kind of a bargain. It feels like it will last a lifetime. I HIGHLY recommend the Authority, and with this being my 3rd Carnage III rod (i have a boat rod and 12ft surf rod also) i can absolutely recommend any of the rods in the Carnage lineup. Overall summary: if you’re considering the Authority reel, skip the slammer and go for this. It feels like it’s in a different class altogether. I would say it’s so nice i’m hesitant to bring it surf fishing, although i can say it’s qualified for the job with the sealed gearbox and everything. Way to…
- TNTyler N.Verified Reviewer1 year agoRated 3 out of 5 starsHard to get line to lay evenly
Only reason I gave it three stars instead of five is it was very hard to get the line to lay evenly I had to switch shims back and forth until it finally laid evenly
- NSNorbert S.Verified Reviewer1 year agoRated 5 out of 5 starsAuthority 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.
- CBCaptain Billy C.1 year agoRated 5 out of 5 starsPutting 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.