9/0 & 12/0 Penn Reel Comparison & Review

[@vonelders]

Thanks for the video. I just recently picked up a 9/0. Sent it to Penn for maintenance and to have it converted to a left hand reel. Can't wait to use it.

[@tokay999]

i have a left handed 12/0 senator if interested, pretty much brand new, doesn't even have line on it, has clamp and is in excellent working condition

[@beachbuster9716]

tokay999 why selling?

[@843Landbased]

How much are you selling it for ?

[@vonelders]

@@843Landbased Just saw this. I already sold it. But I think you can order them from Bass Pro - not sure of the price.

[@Saltyscales]

People mainly use these reels for large sharks off of the beach or piers. You can also use them for large game offshore.

[@thebelowaverageinvestor9755]

Salty Scales what rod do u have for the 9/0 just bought the reel but don't know what rod to get, want one that can be used for beach fishing for shark or to catch a Goliath grouper bottom fishing

[@Saltyscales]

You can spool them with moi moi monofilament or dacron. I prefer braid and a top shot of mono. Typically 80 to 100lb braid.

[@Saltyscales]

Hello, the 9/0 you can purchase for about $175.00 and you can purchase a 12/0 for $250 - 300.

[@Saltyscales]

That's the Pinnacle saltwater baitcasting reel. I have caught a ton of snapper on that combo.

[@jestrSON]

just going to say, my 9/0, about 500 yards of 60 lb mono, it absolutely smoked a 8 and a half foot bull shark

[@CaptChrisCanning]

Two great reels! I have use the 9/0 before but don't own one.

[@Arcturian1111]

Can you show how to mount the reel to the pole. Thanks

[@johnhousey4936]

Got that same shirt lol.. Just got a 12/0 yesterday. Looking for a rod to put under it..

[@licespray]

+John Housey What did you end up getting? I'm still looking for a rod to pair to my 12/0..Looking into custom options now.

[@johnhousey4936]

+licespray got a 9ft custom rod from up on Copans road a few miles north of me here..

[@licespray]

Cheers. I can't find something to suit my 12/0 so am doing similar, but 8ft. :)

[@derekpetersen7571]

A 12 /ot holds 1200 yards 100 lb test we were using these in the 80 s

[@franciscoayon9470]

What you think of the Offshore Angler SeaFire Conventional Saltwater Reel - Model SF9/0 2.55:1,for someone who wants to start? But I also looking into the Daiwa 6500,ill mostly do catfish,but wanna take it to Mexico aswell

[@georgewilliams7078]

Caught 19 finning swordfish on the 12.0 2 went more than 10 hours tried the 9.0 it just didn't get it done locked up after 3 hours using 80 pound dacron

[@madoutdoorstl3450]

If I was to fill a 9/0 with 80 lb braid and 100lb mono, what rod would you suggest, I have a lonely 30-50 rod that I believe will have to stay lonely

[@deuceduffield5069]

What type of fishing ?

[@Jemorris3839]

Hey on your 9/0 you have an additional support at the very top of the reel. What is that piece called?

[@gilliegoo1]

Would you recommend 12/0 or 9/0 for Goliath. Fishing by boat but near some structure. Most Goliath in my area range from 100 - 300 pounds. Thanks

[@Turbotalkin]

What did you end up going with? Looking at same options myself

[@Saltyscales]

Makaira or Avet 50 hands down!

[@easyfishing9152]

Whats the biggest shark I can catch on Penn 9/0??

[@lupechavez3057]

Whats a good budget rod for a Penn Senator 9/0?

[@helthuismartin]

Were are the rodclamps??? from the 12/0 i mean.

[@Aidan.Wingard]

Could a 9/0 handle big Goliaths at the sky way

[@Saltyscales]

I've caught them before on a Penn Senator 9/0. You just don't have the drag like you do in Makaira

[@Aidan.Wingard]

@@Saltyscales at the skyway? What lb test should I put on a 9/0

[@jimbilbrey298]

nice video brother. I am just starting to get into the Penn reels. and shark fishing from the beach. Kayaking bait out and dropping them. sound advice on a good shark rod from the beach I know nothing about the type of fishing rods can you point me in the right direction. fishing from the beach thank you.

[@Saltyscales]

Hey Jim, Have you heard of Barret rods? they make rods just for beach shark fishing. Check them out when you have a moment.

[@jimbilbrey298]

Thanks Joshua. I sure appreciate you getting back with me. And I will definitely check them out. I can't thank you enough

[@Saltyscales]

You're welcome!

[@MiguelGonzalez0928]

Is the 12/0 the 116l?

[@Saltyscales]

Hello Eric, yes it is.

[@helthuismartin]

Yesss

[@douglasebert4542]

What the rod you have on the 12/0

[@pedrorodriguezco]

What rod is on the 9/0?

[@neiljansen2881]

Pedro Rodriguez co was wondering the same...

[@IxBullseyexI]

Very Helpful!!! Really Appreciate it. 👍

[@2derekjeter2]

thank you for taking the time...how is the drag on them both 25lbs ?

[@Saltyscales]

eli madr You're welcome, both are right around 24-26lbs.

[@2derekjeter2]

very good thank you. Im thinking of getting a trolling reel for baja targeting sail fish and maybe tuna dorado ect...I was hoping to get away with using the 9/0 loading it with about 300 yards 100lb braid and the rest 70lb mono....any suggestions would be greatly appreciated ..thanks again. Obviously the price for the 12/0 is much more than for a 9/0 on ebay.

[@narcoticmonke2382]

Can you cast the 9/0 (inshore)

[@DustinBaileyOutdoors]

You could cast it but it might be difficult. A penn squidder would be perfect for inshore casting. You should also check out the 1/0, 2/0, 3/0, and even 4/0 senators. They would be easier to cast. If you wanted the extra size and strength of the 9/0 I would get it and try to cast it. Worst case scenario you could put a float on it and let it drift to where you want it. Good luck 🤞🏻.

[@narcoticmonke2382]

@DustinBaileyOutdoors I appreciate the response i just went with a battle 3 10,000 since I doubt I'll need more power on a 15 ft ugly stik

[@tristankeiser7882]

How much did the 12/0 cost?

[@SHABAZZTRIBE]

what would a 6\0 senator be good for, i fish the skyway?

[@Saltyscales]

A 6/0 on the pier is great for tarpon, sharks and smaller Goliath grouper.

[@SHABAZZTRIBE]

thanks , thats what i needed it for

[@Chris33578]

What do you spool those large reels with?

[@papaoldie2334]

What is that rod on the 12/0

[@Saltyscales]

It's just a Penn Senator, you can get them at dick's or BP.

[@papaoldie2334]

Thanks mate. Tight lines

[@Jqbigrig]

great review!

[@Saltyscales]

I appreciate that Johnny!

[@johnnycortez46]

how has that 9/0 worked out for you?

[@Saltyscales]

The Senators are great reels. Low gear ratio and very reliable.

[@samuelsalas7000]

diference 10/0 y 12/0?

[@hanjokonig3304]

The 12/0 is a 10/0 with wider spool.

[@Bigjnh1979]

Great vid 12/0 is monster about much fo they run.

[@Saltyscales]

Hello Joseph and thanks. You can purchase between $250-350.

[@Bigjnh1979]

I think I'm going with the 9/0 what kind of rods do you recommend for land based shark fishing

[@Saltyscales]

I personally love a custom Calstar, seeker or St. Croix. For land based you probably want to stick with a 7.5, 8 foot rod.

[@gillmiller3474]

nice reels and im a fan of the U !!!

[@Saltyscales]

Thanks Doug!

[@kaped262]

Nice

[@Saltyscales]

+kaped262 Thank you!

[@ikissurcuzzingn5598]

Lmao been thinking about using an excessively large sized reel for sturgeon Im using a spinning reel that holds 400 yds of 100lb test and got spooled by a huge sturgeon these suckers would be nice😂🤣 for those monsters that can’t be caught from shore😂

[@alexperez-rh6yh]

I heard the new ones are now made in china

[@deuceduffield5069]

Yep

[@philipcamp4749]

Lousy quality . Got that from a skipper in Looe Cornwall