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Authority® Spinning Reel

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
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$609.95 - $719.95
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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.

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

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Reel Size Fishing Type Species Size
1000 Light Inshore Small (i.e. Pinfish, Trout, Flounder, Snapper, etc.)
1500 Light Inshore Small (i.e. Pinfish, Trout, Flounder, Snapper, etc.)
2000 Light Inshore Small (i.e. Pinfish, Trout, Flounder, Sheepshead, etc.)
2500 Light Inshore Small (i.e. Trout, Flounder, Redfish, Jack, Snook, etc.)
3000 Inshore Medium (i.e. Trout, Flounder, Redfish, Jack, Snook, etc.)
3500 Inshore Medium (i.e. Flounder, Redfish, Jack, Snook, Cobia, etc.)
4000 Inshore, Pier, Nearshore Medium (i.e. Redfish, Jack, Snook, Cobia, Tarpon, etc.)
4500 Inshore, Pier, Nearshore Medium (i.e. Redfish, Jack, Snook, Tarpon, Barracuda, etc.)
5000 Inshore, Nearshore Large (i.e. King Mackerel, Snook, Tarpon, Barracuda, Grouper, etc.)
5500 Nearshore, Offshore Large (i.e. King Mackerel, Tarpon, Barracuda, Grouper, Mahi, etc.)
6000 Nearshore, Surf, Offshore Large (i.e. Tarpon, Barracuda, Shark, Mahi, Tuna, etc.)
6500 Nearshore, Surf, Offshore Huge (i.e. Tarpon, Barracuda, Shark, Mahi, Tuna, etc.)
7000 Nearshore, Surf, Offshore Huge (i.e. Tarpon, Barracuda, Shark, Mahi, Tuna, etc.)
7500 Nearshore, Surf, Offshore Huge (i.e. Tarpon, Barracuda, Shark, Mahi, Tuna, etc.)
8000 Nearshore, Surf, Offshore Huge (i.e. Tarpon, Shark, Mahi, Tuna, Wahoo, etc.)
8500 Nearshore, Surf, Offshore Huge (i.e. Tarpon, Shark, Tuna, Wahoo, Sailfish, etc.)
9000 Nearshore, Heavy Surf, Offshore Huge (i.e. Tarpon, Shark, Tuna, Wahoo, Sailfish, etc.)
9500 Nearshore, Heavy Surf, Offshore Trophy (i.e. Large Shark, Tuna, Wahoo, Sailfish, etc.)
10000 Nearshore, Extreme Surf, Offshore Trophy (i.e. Large Shark, Tuna, Wahoo, Sailfish, etc.)
10500 Nearshore, Extreme Surf, Offshore Trophy (i.e. Large Shark, Tuna, Wahoo, Sailfish, etc.)

Compare Authority® Spinning Reel Models

ATH2500

$609.95

  • Reel Size:

    2500

  • Gear Ratio:

    5.7:1

  • Retrieve:

    Right/Left

  • Max Drag:

    20lb | 9.1kg

  • # Ball Bearings:

    13

  • Mono Capacity (m/mm):

    235/0.23 160/0.28 130/0.31

  • Braid Capacity (m/lb):

    240/10 220/15 160/20

ATH2500HS

$609.95

  • Reel Size:

    2500

  • Gear Ratio:

    7.0:1

  • Retrieve:

    Right/Left

  • Max Drag:

    20lb | 9.1kg

  • # Ball Bearings:

    13

  • Mono Capacity (m/mm):

    235/0.23 160/0.28 130/0.31

  • Braid Capacity (m/lb):

    240/10 220/15 160/20

ATH3500

$649.95

  • Reel Size:

    3500

  • Gear Ratio:

    5.7:1

  • Retrieve:

    Right/Left

  • Max Drag:

    30lb | 13.6kg

  • # Ball Bearings:

    13

  • Mono Capacity (m/mm):

    330/0.23 240/0.28 180/0.31

  • Braid Capacity (m/lb):

    310/10 270/15 220/20

ATH4500

$649.95

  • Reel Size:

    4500

  • Gear Ratio:

    5.7:1

  • Retrieve:

    Right/Left

  • Max Drag:

    30lb | 13.6kg

  • # Ball Bearings:

    13

  • Mono Capacity (m/mm):

    390/0.25 290/0.28 215/0.33

  • Braid Capacity (m/lb):

    390/15 320/20 250/30

ATH4500HS

$649.95

  • Reel Size:

    4500

  • Gear Ratio:

    7.0:1

  • Retrieve:

    Right/Left

  • Max Drag:

    30lb | 13.6kg

  • # Ball Bearings:

    13

  • Mono Capacity (m/mm):

    390/0.25 290/0.28 215/0.33

  • Braid Capacity (m/lb):

    390/15 320/20 250/30

ATH5500

$669.95

  • Reel Size:

    5500

  • Gear Ratio:

    5.2:1

  • Retrieve:

    Right/Left

  • Max Drag:

    40lb | 18.1kg

  • # Ball Bearings:

    13

  • Mono Capacity (m/mm):

    390/0.28 300/0.33 210/0.36

  • Braid Capacity (m/lb):

    500/20 380/30 335/40

ATH6500

$669.95

  • Reel Size:

    6500

  • Gear Ratio:

    5.2:1

  • Retrieve:

    Right/Left

  • Max Drag:

    40lb | 18.1kg

  • # Ball Bearings:

    13

  • Mono Capacity (m/mm):

    355/0.33 315/0.36 185/0.38

  • Braid Capacity (m/lb):

    485/30 410/40 335/50

ATH6500HS

$669.95

  • Reel Size:

    6500

  • Gear Ratio:

    6.2:1

  • Retrieve:

    Right/Left

  • Max Drag:

    40lb | 18.1kg

  • # Ball Bearings:

    13

  • Mono Capacity (m/mm):

    355/0.33 315/0.36 185/0.38

  • Braid Capacity (m/lb):

    485/30 410/40 335/50

ATH7500

$689.95

  • Reel Size:

    7500

  • Gear Ratio:

    4.7:1

  • Retrieve:

    Right/Left

  • Max Drag:

    50lb | 22.6kg

  • # Ball Bearings:

    13

  • Mono Capacity (m/mm):

    450/0.36 300/0.38 200/0.46

  • Braid Capacity (m/lb):

    530/40 440/50 400/65

ATH8500

$689.95

  • Reel Size:

    8500

  • Gear Ratio:

    4.7:1

  • Retrieve:

    Right/Left

  • Max Drag:

    50lb | 22.6kg

  • # Ball Bearings:

    13

  • Mono Capacity (m/mm):

    415/0.46 280/0.56 240/0.61

  • Braid Capacity (m/lb):

    730/40 600/50 555/65

ATH8500HS

$689.95

  • Reel Size:

    8500

  • Gear Ratio:

    5.3:1

  • Retrieve:

    Right/Left

  • Max Drag:

    50lb | 22.6kg

  • # Ball Bearings:

    13

  • Mono Capacity (m/mm):

    415/0.46 280/0.56 240/0.61

  • Braid Capacity (m/lb):

    730/40 600/50 555/65

ATH10500

$719.95

  • Reel Size:

    10500

  • Gear Ratio:

    4.2:1

  • Retrieve:

    Right/Left

  • Max Drag:

    60lb | 27.2kg

  • # Ball Bearings:

    13

  • Mono Capacity (m/mm):

    395/0.56 330/0.61 230/0.71

  • Braid Capacity (m/lb):

    845/50 780/65 540/80

4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
Based on 63 reviews
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  • MP
    Merton P.
    Verified Buyer
    21 hours ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Solid

    As opposed to the Okuma Tesoro the Authority is much more rugged yet smooth

  • DM
    Doony M.
    Verified Buyer
    Yesterday
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Penn Authority 4500

    What a deal. And best reel I have in my arsenal for Ann around fishing. Smooth as can be and the drag is superior to anything else I own. Saving over $200 on it was a no brainer.

  • JA
    Junior A.
    Verified Buyer
    1 week ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3500

    This reel feels amazing, perfect size for all inshore fishing

  • AS
    Antonio S.
    Verified Buyer
    1 week ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Awesome reel!

    Purchased 4 Authority reels, 2500hs and 3500. Both awesome super smooth and strong!

  • BL
    Brian L.
    Verified Buyer
    1 week ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Authority

    The quality of PENN reels is unsurpassed. I have added three Authorities to my collection and would recommend them to all serious anglers.