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Perhaps the most popular and well-known saltwater inshore conventional reels in the world, Penn's® General Purpose Round Levelwind Reels are ready for action. From flounder and stripers to snapper and grouper, these high-performing PENN Reels never fail to satisfy. Built with lightweight composite sideplates, these General Purpose Levelwind Reels feature precision-machined stainless steel pinion gear, brass main gear, counter-balanced handle with oversized paddle knob and stainless steel levelwind.
Lightweight composite side-plates
Precision-machined stainless steel pinion gear
Brass main gear
Counter-balanced handle
Oversized paddle knob
Stainless steel levelwind
Web ID: 2220
Rated 1 out of
5 by
t101 from
Cheaply MadeI've owned Penn reels for over 35 years. I purchased 2 of the 9m's. Out of the box, neither reel's drag was adjustable by more than 1/4 a turn. I thought they had installed too many drag washers. Who knows... I decided to use them anyway and rebuild them myself this winter. After 3 trips and maybe a total of 10 fish each, one reel fell off the rod seat. The seat was till attached to the rod, the screws fell out (all 4). I suppose they are in my bilge.
I inspected the second reel and found the main shaft that the handle attaches to was very sloppy. Something inside was coming loose. I sent them both back for a refund. I don't want replacements. I lost money on the line and shipping.
Date published: 2018-07-30
Rated 1 out of
5 by
Batt from
Terrible Waist of MoneyI bought this reel last September and have only used it several times until Last week. It started grinding and making noise, then the main screw on the side of the drum fell off along with the spring while I was reeling in. I checked everything before use so I don't understand what happened but, this reel was never the smooth operator that Penn used to be known for. I wont buy another - had the same issue with two of the line counter models and was hoping this would be different. I would not waist my money, time or effort on this reel.
Date published: 2018-05-19
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Riverrat7 from
Best affordable realI've been using these Penn reels for 30 years. They are tuff,easy to work on.outlasted any other reels I've tried. I still have the first Penn reel that was handed down to me 30 years ago.I now own 7.
Date published: 2017-04-27
Rated 5 out of
5 by
PhilipS from
Nice reelLike all Penn reels this level wind version is excellent. I purchased it for my wife, the level wind makes it easier for her to reel in Kokanee Salmon at the lake.
Date published: 2017-04-18
Rated 3 out of
5 by
Chris41 from
Ok ReelThe 309 is a decent design reel, the inshore workhorse for years. The newer made in China reels are nowhere near as good as the old USA made ones.
Date published: 2017-04-10
Rated 5 out of
5 by
mullettja from
great catfishing reelI've been using the penn 9m for all my catfishing rods for years. i have caught cats from 1 pound all the way up to 50 pounds with no problem. Its a simple to use rugged little reel.
Date published: 2017-03-17
Rated 1 out of
5 by
Bensucksballs from
Garbage reelFirst, this reel is true Asian trash. Broke first time I used it. This kid Ben has one, pleases pray for him. His decision may cost him a 2 foot shark witch is highly unlikely to happen on this reel. The thing only has 15 pounds of max drag. Another thing is the quality, Ben is a dumbo in thinking he could land a 5 foot fish on one of these. There is no way he could do it. Please don't be like Ben and buy this, it is a cheaply made product.
Date published: 2016-09-21
Rated 4 out of
5 by
AAH1962 from
Kayak Fishinggreat price and works well for fishing out of a kayak.
The PENN General Purpose Round Levelwind Reel is made in China.
Answered by: BPSResource3
Date published: 2017-09-05
Should I get the 9M or the 209M?
I will mainly be using this for freshwater catfish and carp. I have a 9 ft rod. Should I get the 9M or the 209M and why? What are the differences between the two? Thanks!
Asked by: Nate4
Thank you for your inquiry. It is going to depend on the size and weight of the fish you're going after and how much they fight. If you're going to be fresh water fishing for catfish and carp, the 9M will probably be enough. Remember, this is also a round reel and not a casting reel. The 9M has a line capacity of 250 yds. of 15 lb. monofilament, and 470 yds. of 20 lb. braid. If the catfish you're looking for weigh more than that, go with the 209M.
Answered by: BPSResource11
Date published: 2018-04-29
Which size for striper and hybrids?
Asked by: thelosthiker
Hi, you might try SKU: 254714. Monofilament line should be at least 20 pound test but 30 pound test is ideal (40 or 50 pound test is not extraordinary). Although you can use 30 pound test braided line it is so thin (.011 inch diameter) that it is actually a bit dangerous to use for baitcasting, you can cut a finger to the bone in an instant.
Answered by: BPSResource7
Date published: 2017-06-02
Is 209/309 a good all purpose reel?
I do mostly pier fishing but also do some surf and boat fishing. Would this reel be a good all purpose reel I could use for all three types of fishing?
Asked by: NoviceAngler
Thank you for the question. This reel is a good all purpose reel if you prefer a levelwind.
Answered by: BPSResource10
Date published: 2017-06-02
anti reverse?
i saw someone else ask this and two people said it did and two people said it didnt saw does this reel have anti reverse?
Asked by: cts1
There is a slight backwards movement before it locks in but it sounds like a solid lock to me and I am happy with my 309. I am guessing that it is 1/32 to 1/16 inch of play in the line before it locks in.
Answered by: Netsomnia
Date published: 2017-06-02
What size weight should i use for surf casting?
I use 20 pound test line and want to cast over 50 yards... I am experiencing backlashes when I cast now.
Asked by: Bartholomew
You can add rare earth magnets inside the cover side opposite the crank pretty easily. You can case your line out over 50 yards with the Penn 309 pretty easily after removing the levelwind parts. It will go over 50 with the levelwind but not much over 20 yards more.
Answered by: Netsomnia
Date published: 2017-06-02
Is there a left handed model for these reels?
Asked by: Azr0d
Currently the PENN General Purpose Round Levelwind Reel is only available in a right handed retrieve.
Answered by: BPSResource18
Date published: 2017-06-02
Can someone help me?
I just bought this reel. My first baitcast, so trouble was to be expected. I'm trying to learn how to tune it into the weight of my sinker/bait. I'm having problems with backlashing before it even hits the water. What kind of casting distance should I be able to get out of this reel? Any help would be much appreciated.
Asked by: whookid
I added rare earth magnets to mine. Search for 'magging a penn levelwind' with Google search engine.
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