KastKing Kapstan Elite HS Saltwater Spinning Reel - IPX6 100% Waterproof – Up to 55LBs Max Drag Big Game Fishing Reel - 6.2:1 High Speed - CNC Aluminum Body, 6+1+3 Corrosion-Resistance Bearing System

I have 10 penn spinfisher reals . They are all over 4 years old and are still smooth . This real is a couple months old and already sticking . The knob on the reel falling off non stop didnt really bother me but the reel itself now becoming useless so fast is . Oddly i splurged on the real since it costs as much as a penn rod/ reel combo. But its sad its junk Update: kastking sent me a new reel free of charge without me requesting it . I wanted to test the reel before updating my review . Its been a few months and many hours of saltwater fishing . The new reel has held up perfectly . The first one musta been a lemon. I really like the reel . Its very smooth. I will update again if things change . I expect any higher end reel to last at least 1 year .

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Some reels are listed as "salt water" reels because they use corrosion-resistant parts. This reel takes it to another level by also having waterproof seals that keep salt water out. The reel even has an IPX6 rating. The multi-disk carbon drag system is similar (or superior) to the aftermarket upgrades I've paid extra to add to other reels. It is buttery smooth but can apply some serious pressure! (30lbs. in the case of my 3000 size... that's double what my trusty Penn Battle has!) The shielded stainless steel ball bearings are in the right places to insure strength and smoothness, like on both sides of the crank and at the top and bottom of the spool. The gears are premium manganese-brass alloy. The reel body is aluminum. This reel is a tiny bit larger and heavier than some in its class. For just two ounces more weight than my old favorite saltwater 3000-size reel, this reel offers more bearings, an IPX6 waterproof rating, better gears, and double the drag stopping power. And I think it looks great, too. So far, I think this reel is unbeatable in its price range. If everything performs as expected, it should be a big winner! Time will tell, and I'll update my review with any positive or negative revelations.

A very nice spinning reels..perfectly made✨✨✨✨✨I spooled a 355+ yard of mono 25lbs on it.. I love it for real🤙🤙🤙so smooth like a Tennessee whiskey😉😉😉

It has all the features and is smooth. Only problem is this thing weighs a ton. Like 3 times more than my Daiwa MQ reel. It might work for bait fishingvbut this reel is not friendly towards consistent lure casting. Sent it back.