Last updated on August 25th, 2018 at 02:10 pm

One of the most overlooked brands of muskie fishing reels are PENN reels. Ever since Otto Henze started the PENN Fishing Tackle Company way back in 1932, they have been one of the leaders in modern fishing reel design and production. PENN prides itself on the fact that millions of professional and experienced fishing anglers around the globe put their faith and trust in PENN fishing reels every day. According to PENN, that is what inspires them to continue Otto’s dream of making the world’s best quality fishing reels.

PENN Fishing Reels

Although most PENN fishing reels are designed and built primarily for saltwater fishing, the Penn Gold Label Series International V Two Speed Reel can be used for freshwater fishing, as well. Penn fishing reels come from the factory with a light-weight, single piece of forged aluminum frame along with a aluminum precision machined spool. These are combined with aluminum side plates and a gold anodized finish for superior corrosion resistance.

Utilizing a 4.5:1 high-speed gear ratio, the PENN International 975 delivers superior strength and faster retrieves of 20 inches of fishing line for each turn of the reel handle. PENN reels are built incredibly strong with a stainless steel, machined pinion gear and high strength, machined bronze metal alloy main gear which is strong enough for the biggest of tiger muskies.

A uniquely engineered one-way anti-reverse roller bearing almost completely eliminates handle kick back on the PENN reels, which means you get positive, rock solid hook sets along with quiet, silky smooth performance. The PENN International 975’s 2 aircraft quality, sealed ball bearings and roller bearing are made of stainless steel making them corrosion resistant, and built for a lifetime of use.

This PENN fishing reel provides the smooth stopping power of other much larger fishing reels thanks to it’s over-sized, Multi-Disc HT100 Star Drag System. Some of the other high performance features which distinguish the Penn Gold Label Series International V Two Speed Reel fishing reel from its competitors include: a positive level wind system; a great new ergonomically engineered infinitely adjustable star wheel; auto engage with a simple turn of the crank; a titanium nitride coated zirconium oxide line guide; a easy-to-use, loud clicker; a positive push button free spool; adjustable, three-level centrifugal brake casting control; padded soft grip handle; and a stainless steel reel seat. The Penn Gold Label Series International V Two Speed Reel can hold up to 340 yards of 15-pound fishing mono line and this PENN reel weighs in at 17 ounces.

PENN International Reels

The PENN 900 baitcast reel, also known as PENN International Reels, are made in the USA, and are are absolutely the most solidly built baitcast fishing reels on the market.

PENN International reels are perfectly balanced to complement any one of your favorite muskie casting rods, and constructed to set a new standard of quality and reliability. Every PENN International Baitcast reel is made with a Full Metal side plates and body in order to ensure that its precision gear alignment remains intact under extreme force.

PENN Reel Reviews

We’d like to see more muskie fishermen give PENN reels a shot. As we’ve already discussed, the quality of a PENN reel is hard to beat. A PENN reel is buy it for life fishing reel, provided you do proper regular maintenance. Be sure to check out more PENN reel reviews on Amazon.com.