Penn Saltwater Low Profile Baitcaster Reel (Fathom Or Squall)
Most of us anglers are all too familiar with the name Penn; It is a household name for many. From the spinfisher to the international Penn have been a market leader for decades in the fishing industry producing some of the world's best saltwater spin, overhead and game reels. However, one category Penn has never really paid much attention to is the baitcatser market; that is until now.
In recent years we have seen a growing trend of anglers using low profile baitcasters near-shore ever since the micro jig craze came to Australia. Penn caught this trend, and the technical team at Penn manufacturing got busy. The result is a series of feature-packed low profile baitcaster reels designed to cater for a wide variety of inshore and near-shore fishing styles. Whether you fish up far north Queensland or the Northern Territory for barra, queenfish or mangrove jack or along the east and southern states of Australia and jig for snapper there is a Penn Fathom Saltwater Low Profile Baitcaster Reel for you.
Here at the Fishing Tackle Shop, we have for sale two models. The Penn Squall Baitcaster and the Penn Fathom Baitcatser. Both models sport similar characteristics and come in a 200, 300 or big 400 size. The Fathom is the top of the line model, and the Squall sits just beneath the Fathom. Some critical distinctions between the two are that the Fathom baitcaster sports handle knob upgrades and an aluminium cranking side plate versus graphite on the Squall Baitcaster reel. It is not only the knobs and side plates though which differentiate the two, but we will also cover other differences below in or Penn Squall Vs Penn fathom baitcaster reel section.
Both Fathom and Squall baitcaster models feature high to super-high speeds. Some of the gear ratio's are incredible; up to a blistering 9.2:1 gear ratio (depending on the model you select). Penn has changed the game! Step outside your baitcast comfort zone and spin lures back to the boat, poppers or chase overall fast fish. For species that may not require such a blistering fast retrieve like barra, you have not been forgotten with the gear ratio modes of 6.6:1 and 7.3:1 for sale in either series.
Features and Specifications
- Brand: Penn Reels
- Style: Low Profile Baitcaster
- Quality Level: High
- Drag System: HT-100 – Star drag
- Instant Anti Reverse
- Aluminium Spool
- Suitable for coastal or near-shore saltwater fishing
- Available in sizes 200, 300 or 400
Note: Multiple images shown on this listing are for illustration only. Price is for one single reel only and will depend on which size/model you decide to order. Please select a model from our order menu to check the price for that particular model. Slight variations may occur from image.
Please note the Penn Squall Baitcaster or Penn Fathom Baitcaster reel will require a baitcast or overhead fishing rod.
PENN SQUALL BAITCASTER REEL VS PENN FATHOM BAITCASTER REEL
Squall Baitcaster | Fathom Baitcaster |
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Anodised Aluminium Frame / Graphite side plate | Full Metal Body and side crank handle side plate |
5+1 Ball bearings | 6+1 Bearings |
HT100 Drag System | HT100 Drag System |
Machined brass gears | Brass Main Gear and bearing supported bronze pinion |
Magnetic casting brake | Duel action magnetic and centrifugal casting brake |
Black Smoke Colour Reel | Black Gold Colour Reel |
Size Specifications
Size | Gear Ratio | Approx. Line Capacity (Braid) | Approx Line Capacity (Mono) | Max Drag |
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200 LP | 6.6:1 | 235yds/20Lb 180 yds /30Lb 125 yds /50Lb | 225 yds /10Lb 180 yds /12Lb 130 yds /15Lb | 10.8Kg |
200 LP HS | 8.0:1 | 235 yds/20Lb 180 yds /30Lb 125 yds /50Lb | 225 yds /10Lb 180 yds /12Lb 130 yds /15Lb | 10.8Kg |
300 LP | 7.3:1 | 310 yds/20Lb 235 yds /30Lb 165 yds /50Lb | 240 yds /12Lb 205 yds /14 Lb 170 yds /17Lb | 13.6Kg |
300 LP HS | 9.2:1 | 310 yds/20Lb 235 yds /30Lb 165 yds /50Lb | 240 yds /12Lb 205 yds /14Lb 170 yds /17Lb | 13.6Kg |
400 LP | 6.2:1 | 285 yds/30Lb 235 yds /40Lb 200 yds/50Lb | 250 yds /14Lb 205 yds /17Lb 175 yds /20Lb | 11.3Kg |
400 LP HS | 7.6:1 | 285 yds/30Lb 235 yds /40Lb 200 yds /50Lb | 250 yds /14Lb 205 yds /17Lb 175 yds /20Lb | 11.3Kg |
Benefits
- Large line capacity makes the Squall or Fathom baitcatser fishing reels suitable for inshore or near-shore fishing.
- High-speed models are excellent for spinning lures, poppers, jigging or chasing fast flighty fish.
- HT-100 Drag system is the best drag system available from Penn Reels.
- Both models, no matter which one you choose, are feature-packed and competitive with other high-end brand reels in the market place.
Add a Penn Saltwater low profile baitcaster reel to your collection and purchase a Squall or Fathom Baitcaster. Penn offers durability and quality required for saltwater fishing from the core to shell.