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PENN · Rod & Reel Combos

Penn Warfare II Level Wind Combo, 6.5 ft, 3.9:1 Gear Ratio

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Style: Old Model

Size: 30 Size Reel - 6'6" - Medium Heavy - 1pc

Item weight
2.6 Pounds
Product dimensions
79.75 x 6.5 x 5.75 inches

Quick take

A conventional combo with a level wind system and fiberglass rod, designed for freshwater and light saltwater casting.

This PENN Warfare combo pairs a 6.5 ft, one-piece medium-heavy rod with a level wind conventional reel. The rod is fast action with a 20-50 lb line rating, and the reel offers a 3.9:1 gear ratio and up to 15 lb of drag. It suits anglers who want a simple, ready-to-fish setup for bass, crappie or catfish.

Best for

  • Catfish and bass fishing from shore or boat
  • Anglers learning conventional reels
  • Heavy casting with live bait or hard lures

Skip if

  • You want a modern low-profile baitcaster
  • You fish light line for finesse techniques

Strengths

  • Level wind keeps line neat on the spool
  • Fiberglass rod is forgiving for casting strikes
  • 3-bearing system gives smooth retrieves

Trade-offs

  • Conventional reels have a steeper learning curve than spinning
  • Fiberglass is heavier than graphite
  • Older gear design may not match current fishing technology

Fishing fit

Species
  • Bass
  • Catfish
  • Crappie
Water
  • Freshwater
  • Saltwater
Techniques
  • Casting
  • Bottom fishing
Skill level
  • Beginner

Specifications

Specifications
Typeconventional rod and reel combo
Line rating20-50 lb
Gear ratio3.91
Drag system3-bearing, star drag

Facts

This version's specifications
Rod length6.5 ft
Rod powerMedium heavy

How it compares

How this product compares with similar products on this site
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