2023 Penn Spinfisher 7 (vii) Unboxing, Review & Teardown

It was some what disappointing to see no major upgrade in the Penn spinfisher vii (7).

[@maxsilverstacking1967]

The reason why its less smooth is because it has more internal seals something a pursuit doesn't have

[@tackleaddictgy]

Smooth as in "gears feel gritty" that went away when the reel was crank under load and gears got to mesh better.

[@Al-oe8ib]

Thanks for the review. We have 20 spinfisher V11 6500 bailess on the way to replace our V series that we have used for the past 9 years on charter. After more than 900 charter days, we have only replaced bail arms, due to users winding the swivel tight to the tip and forcing open the bail. The original drags are still functioning smoothly and all are still working great, hence sticking with Penn

[@larrytravis]

I appreciate the show and tell. From the looks of it, this is a perfect reel for saltwater fishing.

[@JeremyCoronesi]

I find it interesting that they used the egg shaped handle. They normally use a ball handle on bigger reels like that

[@yajtramer6913]

I have always wanted one..... Love the colour of the reel

[@murufishing]

Do you think the Brass main gear from Spinfisher 7 (Vii) would fit Spinfisher 6 (Vi)? If so, we can just swap the gear for the older version (Vi) :)

[@matthall8378]

Nice looking reels! Thanks for the breakdown!

[@fishingislife34]

The thing that I found interesting is that this reel is pretty good quality from the inside. Not many people have made a teardown video of this reel. Thanks for the giveaway winning chance.

[@jonathanstevens1952]

It is interesting that it is basically waterproof.

[@robertabrams91]

Thanks for the video....i went ahead and ordered the 4500.

[@rudybohorquez1871]

Very Nice reel, I find it interesting that they upgraded the main gear to Brass from CNC aluminum on the SSVI, I think halving the stronger gear will make this reel last longer specially if fighting bigger fish. Thanks for the chance in the giveaway, great tear down video!

[@rogerbee]

I have always liked Penn's quality built!

[@PoMaToDolce]

I like videos like this, keep up the good work. I reckon this will be a reel that will last me a long time.

[@mizermira]

I like the robust feel on the Penn reel.

[@limpehuhlui]

Beautiful Penn Reel! Absolutely love to have one.

[@nivesworx]

That is a very comprehensive amount of seal on this Penn reel.

[@shannonkirbee]

With that extra seal on the reel, no wonder it's tight on the movement!

[@jacelhy]

I think this is a cool reel for pier fishing.

[@fingercutz]

I love the additional seal this reel provided.

[@seanleau]

All in all, Penn reels are a solid reel for rough use.

[@suproids]

I really like a follow up on the field test on the single drag stack compared to the double stack.

[@KevinFarlie]

Hopefully this is an improvement over the previous model on the drag. But the brass gear is certainly a nice upgrade.

[@jacenbarkoff]

This is one mighty looking reel!

[@kryavera]

This spinfisher will get the job done alright!

[@salanderson2960]

I wish it had bottom and top drag stack just like the old model.

[@devilselbow69]

Ahh.... the classic Penn reel color combination. Unmistakable and my go to for inshore fishing.

[@garryyap]

Black gold! You have to love that combination.

[@u5fb]

Progressive improvements! Nice.

[@tac8922]

I like the total strip down analysis on the reel!

[@callim82]

I reckon the upgrade on this version will make some very happy. I just wish the double stack drag is in this model.

[@snapieee.]

Bass is still preferred and i don't know why they change it to aluminum. Bass has been the gold standard and i sm glad it's back.

[@FlyFishingMadeEasy]

I like Penn has revert back to a brass main gear but I do wish they have keep the top and bottom drag stack.

[@maximuscts]

It will get smoother as you use is more often. That is what happens to most of my Penn reel.

[@andykissoon3637]

Very good reel but I love the penn percuit 4and the most important part of the reel its the drag system.....dont get me wrong penn has been manufacturing fishing products for almost 50 years

[@wilbertbenjamin9928]

Nice reel love penn reels

[@RandhirRokade]

whole teardown vid was interesting.

[@marcingrail]

I like all the seal on Penn reel in general. A solid performer.

[@lilthugbuck3305]

Nice job

[@therealpapparich]

Oenn reel is my go to rough use live bait fishing reel. And this is a beauty!

[@benedictisaacs1037]

The Penn Spinfisher V has bottom and top drag stack. The Spinfisher vii has only a top stack to reduce the weight but has better gears and sealed bearings.

[@ioijiopjkiopjkp]

Nice review, those Penn brass gears take a few months to smooth out, they always start a bit rough. My SSVI6500 started real bad but now it's as smooth as my shimanos. The brass gears is definitely a big upgrade in the smaller models.

[@tackleaddictgy]

Penn gears in general need alittle time to be broken in and settle in order for it to be smooth. It was the same issue with the pursuit 4.

[@AryaAdventures]

Agree

[@ioijiopjkiopjkp]

@@tackleaddictgy does this old comment of mine count towards the giveaway :)

[@kiranlambert]

I reckon this is a pretty cool reel!

[@maxiclarkson]

I wonder is there a new model out for this spinfisher?

[@philproud7254]

Where is it made ?

[@spyrocrow]

I like the egg shape handle on the spinfisher too.

[@Airborn2volleyball]

I’m surprised it’s not as smooth as the pursuit. I do like the sound of the drag though

[@gautim4u]

This reel will serve you well for years to come.

[@megnifico]

I like Penn reel for one reason, they just work season after season.

[@chase20cv]

I hope my next reel will be this reel. Wish me luck.

[@starzdusty]

I think it's a stunning reel and can stand up to anything.

[@artisanblades]

Wow, with all the seal, thisbreek is made for the surf!

[@00AA11BB]

What is your opinion on the gouge in the spool by the line clip. Do you think it could interfere with line lay or casting?

[@tackleaddictgy]

The oscillation system is responsible for line lay (being good or bad) and in terms of casting I don't see it affecting the casting.

[@zamSEG]

the best thing about penn included this reel is the ipx rating! period!

[@donottech]

I like the strong internal gear in this upgraded model.

[@AlecHuel]

I imagine this will last a long time especially with the main gear upgrade.

[@cksteven76]

Looks like a solid reel too me!

[@superguppyme]

Not much upgrade but the brass gear is definitely a plus.

[@moniger7]

I don't know about you bro, but I like a solid feel reel when I hook up yo something big. Penn reel does have that feel to it.

[@googoobird]

For me, Penn have been a long time companion. I like the toughness.

[@mustafaomar8010]

Please do answer is the rotor metal or graphite

[@teddybee69]

How will be compared to th3 older generation is what inwant to know.

[@paulwwong68]

Not much upgrade but all in all, Penn have a reputation on making some tough reel.

[@jaceleau]

For a $200 reel, i reckoned it is good value for what you get.

[@niamagpie]

I can said you wouldn't go wrong with a Penn reel.

[@otisong]

I like this reel.

[@kimstriker]

I heard Penn reel need to break in before it become smoother. Not like shimano which is smooth right out of the box but will produce some play down the road on heavy use.

[@diegolopez6084]

You just gotta break it in a lil bit and it’ll get a lot smoother

[@perrymartinz]

Minor upgrade but the brass gear is nice.

[@andrewdrill]

I think it's a bit rough and not that smooth is due to the additional seal. Hopefully it will break in.

[@safrazbaksh509]

Awesome

[@flyguycruwear]

The brass gear is definitely an upgrade I prefered.

[@arneilramoutar388]

Does this reel have a spool bearing ?

[@tackleaddictgy]

Nope

[@DarkManix]

Not the most innovative reel company but it certainly is a tough build reel for tough situations. 💪

[@robertabrams91]

Don't forget...everyone like and subscribe. Lets show KZbin we like his videos. . His algorithm would grow.

[@centralparksaga]

Penn might not be the lightest or smoothest but it sure can take a beating.

[@wilbertbenjamin9928]

They should make the gears in these reels stainless steel that would be the best

[@ryanharris6776]

Great review but Penn didn't do much on this spinfisher

[@tackleaddictgy]

Thank you and sadly no

[@wilbertbenjamin9928]

I have the 6 spinfisher

[@shirazmarcel]

I will take brass over aluminum any time of the day!

[@danielwutfisho]

ur probably the only guy to give penn a chance after trying daiwa and shimano 😂. Penn reels are for abuse and banging around, they feel like junk to me.

[@sakailansi]

This is my next purchase if u don't win.

[@user-jn9gv9ve6e]

thats not a spinfisher 4. it looks like a pursuit, which is much cheaper.

[@wilbertbenjamin9928]

I will trade brass gears and stainless for your other junk gears anytime friend they will out last the other gears any day

[@javierfernandez3799]

I didnt like it much i like my old vi better

[@bradfarrahgerwing154]

I cant see any difference from my spinfisher VI 8500 that already had brass gears......its my sturgeon winch

[@tackleaddictgy]

No difference!

[@bradfarrahgerwing154]

@@tackleaddictgy yup....doesn't change the fact it's a rock,solid reel

[@tackleaddictgy]

They are! Just that peen needs to incorporate more into their reels like shimano does