Penn Fathom Reels

Snagged2 · August 03, 2011, 12:27:39 AM

Howdy,,

Today I ran across a reel that looks interesting,, the Penn Fathom series reels..
Anybody, have any thoughts on these??
I'm looking at these for their potential as heavy Flathead Catfish reels..
quality, rebuildability,, etc..
Thanks
Greg

redsetta · August 03, 2011, 12:41:37 AM

G'day Greg,
There's already been a bit of discussion about the new Fathom.
Have a look here: http://alantani.com/index.php?topic=2536.0
Roger noted that they're not out till October.
All the best, Justin

Alto Mare · August 03, 2011, 01:11:55 AM

I just google it and it appears that many stores have them in stock, depending on the size that you're looking for. Amazon.com seems to have the best deal on them, check it out for yourself. hope this helps.

Snagged2 · August 03, 2011, 01:24:27 AM

Thanks Guys,,
Be great to get inside one and see ,, what's what!!
It is made of some type of cast metal for the frame and sideplates,, and,, with that, I'm hoping for some rebuild potential when necessary..
If anyone has done any surgery on one, I'd appreciate the feedback from that also!
Otherwise, they have some nice amenities.
Greg

Roger · August 04, 2011, 11:05:50 PM

Ya'll talking about the Fathom W/Levelwind or without?

Irish Jigger · August 04, 2011, 11:20:03 PM

Quote from: Roger on August 04, 2011, 11:05:50 PM
Ya'll talking about the Fathom W/Levelwind or without?

Without.

Snagged2 · August 05, 2011, 01:17:20 AM

I was actually inquiring about the Levelwind reels,, but, any "inside" info would be appreciated!! LOL

Irish Jigger · August 05, 2011, 03:08:06 PM

Here's a link to a UK test on the Penn Fathom 20 which may help.

http://www.totalseamagazine.com/Reviews/page_5/article_376/

akfish · August 05, 2011, 03:28:37 PM

I have a Fathom 40 that I got for my girlfriend to use for Alaska halibut. It's a nice reel: smooth with plenty of drag. Her biggest so far this summer has been a 70# fish. That fish pushed her pretty hard but the reel held up without any problems. Of course, I don't know how it will hold up over the long run, but it seems well made. I recommend it if you need a level wind for bottom fishing.