The NEW PENN Battle 3 DX is SWEET! How does it compare to the Battle 2, 3, and Penn Spinfisher VI.

[@izzy8609]

Currently have a penn battle 3 dx mated to a 8ft tsunami carbon shield 2 and it feels so good and handles big fish so well. There's no fear or worry about the setup and you can crank out monsters with supreme confidence.

[@robertdejonge3607]

Great review. I think reel manufacturers are very aware of people like you. For that reason they improved quality in the lower price range, and we fishermen are better off. Thanks! 👊

[@lopfishing]

Besides all the new bells and whistles that it has this is one of the best things penn has ever done with the color. I work in a tackle shop and people could care less about the upgrades they look at the battle 3 in the case next to the Dx and say let me have the sliver one. I’m easily selling 6x more dx’s that battle 3 based on color before I even explain the difference’s

[@manuelpagan8212]

Don't think I've seen a video this detailed on spinning reels. Awesome job. Subscribed!

[@rollen-n5984]

you are the best in fishing reels. many thanks from me in northern lappland in sweden.

[@TackleAdvisors]

Thanks brotha

[@FishingwithPhillips]

I like my battle 2 but much prefer my Daiwa bg overall. These seem like great upgrades from the battle 2. I'd really like to see the battle 3 and high speed version, along with the dx models in depth compared with a BG. Feel like the comp just got tighter with this new lineup.

[@shakeme3290]

Your Battle 2 is basically a Pursuit 3

[@pvancelette]

Thanks for doing this!!! I now own four of these Penn Battle III DX 4000 reels. I have had years and years of wonderful use with older Penn Battle II 4000. Extra special when I listen to you being impressed!!! I trust your reviews!!!

[@beni7928]

Would be overkill for those wet noodle rods they pair them with

[@1FishinAddict]

Penn have had brass main gears in the older ssv . They were great quality until a period they went cheap with Haibo fishing company and rebranded a bunch of crap. It’s good to see they go back to their roots.

[@lukemarais41]

I am a HUGE PENN FANBOY. I am South African and I fish rock and surf. I have the PENN BATTLE 3 6000 (which over here has a brass main gear) and I have a PENN FIERCE 3 6000. Both reels have done a bit of battle with some fish and I've been very impressed. This is the best and most in depth review I have watched on KZbin. Thank you

[@lukemarais41]

@@insanbida2i I think the Authority has a stainless steel rotor.

[@lukemarais41]

@@insanbida2i I'm in the same boat. That's why I bought the Battle. It has a brass rotor that is as smooth as butter 😁

[@lukemarais41]

@@insanbida2i apologies, I confused the rotor with the main gear.

[@rocknut88]

Wow very surprising to see a brass main gear in a sub $150 reel. Do we know if penn will put the DX series reel out as a combo package? That would be interesting to see.

[@gabrielduarte3904]

28:30 didnt the brass gear had a bearing on it?? maybe that is why it weights so much more..?

[@baseballgod8065]

The main gear beauty pageant was epic. 🤣🤣

[@JustinCaseJustin]

A ball bearing can be ADD to the regular Battle 3 , at the spool shaft ? Please i need an answer .Thank you in advance !

[@wakachaka4414]

Is it possible to buy just the brass or aluminum main gear part from the DX or III and put it in a Battle II? I already own a Battle II, why not just upgrade the part instead of buying a whole new reel considering not much else changed. Anybody have any insight?

[@FloatTubeCharlie]

So with that being said which reel should I get for inshore the dx or daiwa fuego or bg

[@Only1JuHef]

Exactly all that and no pick

[@keenang4705]

Would you take the battle 3 dx 2500 over a spinfisher v 2500 for kayak fishing

[@taylorcaputo3013]

I would love to know this as well .

[@sf_angler]

Great video! If you can get your hands on one, could you do a video on the new Penn low profile reels?

[@zachk8443]

Does it really have a graphite rotor? I thought that all battle 3:s, regular and DX, were all aluminium.

[@chrisjones720]

I have a Penn Pursuit 3 and Had a Battle II 4000. Just ordered the DX 3000

[@ulyssesbullock7261]

I have a battle 3 5000 do you think it can handle small to medium Halibut in Alaska?

[@allaboutfishing1699]

DX is dealer exclusive. It's for small independent tackle shops to sell.

[@crispychris9492]

It think dx is supposed to mean dealer exclusive. I was looking at the battle 3 3000 and and the spinfisher vi 3500. I wasn’t sure about the new battle as it just came out. Knew the spinfisher had a good reputation so bought that. After a about an hour or two of use, when I would reel in my lure I would feel clicking or something like that, and it just didn’t feel right when I would reel. Eventually it started to feel rough and noisy when reeling in. Now over the past couple weeks the reel sometimes binds up when the spool is at the top of its oscillation. Next time I used it blackfishing the reel would bind up when reeling in a fish. The only thing that probably screwed something up is when other reel started binding up, the trip before that the rod rack at the dock broke and feel in the water with that reel in that rack. It was only under the water for a minute at most before we could get the rack back. Rinsed my setups that feel in the water when I got home. Supposed to be a sealed reel. Not like it’s been constantly getting dunked or sitting under water for an hour. I’m thinking about sending it back to penn when the season is over

[@colsoncustoms8994]

Wait, the DX has a graphite rotor? I thought the standard battle has an aluminum rotor, my 8000 battle 2 does anyways. If it is graphite, does the standard battle 3 have that as well or just the DX?

[@tomporgy1143]

Graphite = plastic : (

[@dannycarlson3776]

“Dx” stands for dealer exclusive

[@fish-o-rama]

No. the ’X’ means silver and ’D’ for dark 😂 3:53

[@eastcoastoutdoors902]

@@fish-o-rama he is asking because at 3:52 he said he doesn’t even know what it means

[@tunanorth]

Correct!

[@KingV98]

No, it stands for D-Generation X 😂

[@eastcoastoutdoors902]

@@KingV98 no it doesn’t lol

[@Spl33f]

So at that similar price point, would you go with a Spinfisher 6 or the Battle 3 DX ?

[@Floridaoutdoor]

Good question. I'm curious too

[@eastcoastoutdoors902]

For the price or just overall quality

[@Floridaoutdoor]

@@eastcoastoutdoors902 bang for the buck

[@eastcoastoutdoors902]

@@Floridaoutdoor for the price you can’t beat a battle 3 DX from how impressed he was with the seals and the overall bearings. He also said penn would send some replacements if they ever got rusted. I just ordered myself some

[@seamurda100]

Depends on whether your reel gets splashed a lot. If not, go DX. If it does get splashed often, go spinfisher. I beach fish so spinfisher for me but on boat or pier I would go with the DX. Just my 2 cents.

[@MrTeteelgoldo]

Recently bought a spinfisher VI 4500 and is a huge mess, windknots and winknots.....i can not use any Penn reel with the spool full like the one on yourvideo. I use 20 pound braid and the problem only stops when the amount of line is clearly below the black line on the spool marker.

[@deanmiller6177]

I have a Spinfisher Vl6500 with 40lb braid and and have no issues with it with a full spool..the way to fix a simple problem like what you are experiencing is to take a cloth or rag and lightly soak it with warm water and hold your line tightly in the rag while spooling the reel instead of your fingers.this little trick helps take the twists out of your line while spooling it.

[@tombattino3319]

What’s the difference between these reels and the Penn battle 3 LE reel on the white rod, bought the battle 3 LE combo but I’m not sure what LE means no matter where I look can’t get any info on it

[@what1864]

okuma azores has a bottom stack drag washer for $140.00 , wonder if you can upgrade battle 2 zink gears with battle 3 dx brass gears ?

[@rchydrozz751]

I do wish they would get away from the huge door knob handles. Or maybe offer an option of other handles to pick from.

[@mwintomatic8112]

Your reviews are incredible! I just found your site. The next time I’m looking for a reel I’ll be coming here first! Seriously...you are the reel whisperer!

[@mustafaomar8010]

Sir pleassssse can please give the exact bearing AR clutch bearing size

[@W_Szymon]

Are you planning to review PENN Clash II? I am very curious about your opinion regarding that reel.

[@CHIGGER83357]

What parts would I need to change to make a fierce 3 into a battle 3

[@KarlSebastianGovender20]

How does the battle dx compare to the spin fisher 6 ?

[@mustafaomar8010]

Sir please do answer is the rotor metal or graphite

[@chuck750ss8]

I bought the 3000 Dx. Besides getting the brass gear, power knob and wave spring you are supporting independent tackle dealers. Dealer exclusive.

[@KZN_Fishing]

this is a long shot, but is it possible to interchange the sealing components from the spinfisher, and plant it into the battle dx

[@TackleAdvisors]

good question. I never really thought about it to be honest. Im' going to say no due to the sideplate bearing pockets being different depts. (off the top of my head.

[@KZN_Fishing]

@@TackleAdvisors appreciate your reply bud. The reason I ask is because I have a rather old banged up spinfisher but mechanically is still going 100s, and I'm sure the seals are still perfect, so I was just curious to see if I could save a few bucks,get the battle and convert it into a semi sealed battle.

[@frankgordonsmith4795]

does the dx have a metal or graphite rotor, in the vid you said it was graphite but i thought the battle line had metal rotors

[@trickyrick8621]

looking into this....... Purchased a Fathom II Star Drag Casting Special... Got home, took it out of the box, and inspected it. With the spool engaged and holding the spool stationary with my thumb, I can move the crank handle in reverse about 3 or 4 degrees. This just seems way too sloppy and very disappointing. I'm thinking where the pinion gear mates with the spool drive is where all the slop is. I took it back ...... Checked 2 other new in the box, they all had the same problem. They are made in China .... I cant believe Penn would allow this. Its in the pinion gear where it mates with the spool drive is where the slop is. Its like using a 11mm wrench to break a 10mm bolt loose ..... You know its going to strip given enough force.

[@TubeYou7]

Penn battle 3 DX vs Daiwa BG in 8000? I know the Daiwa bigger in the same size but it's really not too much heavier.

[@slipngrip]

Protip: Fill up the gaps inside/between the line roller assebly with high-viscosity oil i.e. bicycle chain lubricant, and it works like Daiwa's magshield. Even better than the magshield, because those chain lubricants are purposefully engineered to stand up against water, dust, salt, and every evil stuff you can imagine out there. The oil's surface tension keeps them from leaking out(that's why you need the high viscosity) and sheds off water like magic. Don't go cheap and get the good synthetic oils because they are still a ton cheaper than fishing reel lubricants.

[@vaughn1804]

Good to know! 👍💯💥

[@slipngrip]

The key is to inject the oil up to the point where you can get the visual of the shimmering liuqid inside the gap between the line roller and the bail arm

[@TackleAdvisors]

Ehhh not what I would recommend... It'll become a sand magnet. I grease my line roller bearings but try to make sure it stays in the bearing and I oil the hub

[@tackleboxtonyy]

Dx vs bg?

[@ayieazlan7573]

So between spinfisher and battle 3 dx which one is the best?

[@freshlysaltedfishing8500]

When you weighed the main gears you still had the baring attached to the dx main gear.

[@sebastianalzate2797]

How can I put a black handle, and an EVA foam power knob on my 4500 slammer 3? Are there parts from other reels that would fit?

[@jasonstokley7274]

On 6000 size and up, there is little difference between the DX and the regular Battle 3. Both have the brass main and pinion gear and have a round power handle.

[@TubeYou7]

So the only difference would be the bearing supported drag and the color on the 6000 up?

[@jasonstokley7274]

@@TubeYou7 yes

[@kennywee1190]

Hi, is the knob rivetted to the DX & battle 3 handle? Do we need to drill them to exchange to OEM knob?

[@mysterious_codm6812]

Hello,I'm wanting to start fishing again,so in the look out for a reel,max I wanna spend is around 100-160,I've been seeing the Daiwa bg6500,but seeing the Penn battle for around the same price,now I'm not sure,similar drag of 25-33,which is more recommended

[@docbobber]

After watching this I don't feel so bad now that I bought the battle 3 dx 800 for my 11ft pen prevail rod. Thanks for the info. I usually clean my own reels so this was a help

[@menpachi]

What was that stradic handle

[@Peeler86]

Is this reel better than the spinfisher vi?

[@jpapa967]

Do any of the sizes for the Penn Battle 3 DX come with aluminum rotors?

[@6atlantis]

No

[@tomporgy1143]

@@6atlantis 😢 😢

[@sandywilson8169]

Late to the party, but like these type videos.. thx> Kinda wondering what the slip-joint pliers/wrench that is you are using, @ 19:48, to remove that Main shaft spool nut ?

[@TackleAdvisors]

Knipex pliers wrench 6 inch i think or the 7...best dang wrench for reel service

[@sandywilson8169]

@@TackleAdvisors Thx.. I see why you like them.. gettin me a pair.

[@micheltremblay4774]

I bought a Battle 3 Dx 8000 today, should be fine paired with a 12 ft rod for shore fishing. I wanted a Daiwa BG 8000 but they are nowhere to be found in Canada and my second choice was the Battle 3 8000 until I saw the Battle 3 DX model $50.00 cheaper. I had to get it and I did. Thanks for the info and for what to check inside the beast that the 8000 seems to be at 27.7 oz.

[@khashvirpersad7619]

Hey, would you happen to know what the main gear in the new diawa saltist mq is made of?

[@oceanmark2960]

Hi.. comparing with this 2 reel which one is best , penn battle (3)6000 vs daiwa bg Magsealed.. I am planning to buy I am little confused which 1 to buy plz your suggestion.. Targeting for Big Fish like a GT barramundi.. For one time investment ..I am from India budget problems so which is good reel please suggest.. Thanks

[@hatetheotherside118]

I use bg magseal 3000 almost 2year still smooth af...i use to big barra to 10-20kg bara

[@jihohan6677]

Between the DX and Daiwa BG, what would you recommend? There is at least $30 difference right now (Maybe $40 with discounts), DX being the more expensive option.

[@paulmoss7940]

I have both in 2500 size ,and both are great. The DX is a bit heavier and a lil more friction on the retrieve. Paired with Penn new B3 7plus rod, parabolic awesome, and the BG on their system 7ft rod. Best combos for the money in my book for light inshore. 20lb.braid.

[@johntuttle9544]

Penn will hold up to salt better by far.

[@MrLagerblad]

What is it that makes wind knots when casting with a spinning reel?

[@gobybryant1001]

Usually uneven or loose line lay

[@stephend3494]

Can you take the DX gear and put it in the regular battle??

[@patrickspehnkouch2345]

Does the 4500 DX have the same size drive gear as a spinfisher VI4500LL? I assume buying the main gear from Penn for the 2500 or 4500 DX and swapping it into the spinfisher wouldn't be worth the minor strength increase vs the alu/brass composite it currently has?

[@UWPcustombaits]

mine makes the "chut chut chut" noise that you described new out he box and its driving me nuts lol

[@tomporgy1143]

Lol 😂

[@J.R.AirPiX]

Do you a video comparison between the DX and the battle 3 high speed?? And what is the advantage of having a brass main gear vs the aluminum?

[@ItzikTsabba]

The battle iii 4000 high speed have a brass main gear that is larger than the gear on the regular battle iii 4000 and the 4000dx

[@wormway_69]

Good to know.

[@TackleAdvisors]

correct, that is a function of gear ratio

[@kapildevunath3162]

How’s the battle Dx 6000 compared to the spinfisher 6500?

[@wstepnout7215]

Battle 2 WIND KNOTS so I'm not crazy.........i was wondering what the hell is causing all this wind knots. I was thinking line but now I see others have the same issue. Thanks

[@herbertmeade348]

You are the AVE of fishing reel breakdown...good job learned a lot

[@austinking9638]

Have you gotten your hands on a battle 3 hs? If so, how does it compare to the dx? Thank you so much!

[@daddyramg]

Wich reel is better Spinfisher vi Spinfisher v Battle iii I wanna buy one of these 3 Please help!!!

[@saltymc987]

If your going on Kayak or fishing wavy spot whit salty wind and splash go with the Spinfisher vi otherwise the BTiii or SF V is Ok.

[@ardiwinanda2532]

Bater is battle III DX or spinfisher vi?

[@omargutierrez5467]

Would you suggest a 4000 or a 5000 do for a 10’ surf rod? I really want to get one of the DX but don’t know what size

[@monsieurgodzylla5748]

je viens d'en acheter un et je le trouve très beau et solide, il lui manque le système débrayable pour la pèche posé mais ça peut ramener tout ce qui mord. si j'ai compris c'est un bon compromis pour ne pas prendre un moulinet casting faisant treuil. là avec un peut de chance il y a moyen de ramener le poisson avant qu'il se mette vraiment a chercher a fuir.

[@PhillyJohnny]

Hope you can get your hands on a Penn Slammer IV soon for a tear down! The rep said DX stands for Dealer Exclusive - meaning Penn will not be selling them directly on their website.

[@TheDrummer846]

is this channel still going? haven't seen any recent uploads??

[@Crazeehunter-v6b]

Bro.. Spinfisher Vl 4500 or battle 3 dx 5000..which one is better for rock fishing

[@J.R.AirPiX]

Is the Battle 3 high speed a good quality reel ?

[@paulmoss7940]

Dang ,you musta had several cups of coffee before you started this one. Anywho ,I had to look hard ,but found one .delivered for $119.95 three mo. after this review. Hope it has a flounder in its future.

[@davidlove7825]

I love Shimano in the smaller stuff but cross over to Penn for larger reels. Much cheaper, great quality, simple construction for service.

[@mittendorf97]

Can you do the Diawa Certate 5000D. I have it, but wanna know your opinion on the construction of the reel. Thank You.

[@dirtyharry7616]

excellant video very informative and thorough just bought a 2500 yesterday love the price with a brass main cant see paying more for a shimano or daiwa grew up with penn's would rather spend more$$$ on the rod's i use

[@taylormarcel]

Omg I love the main gear Beauty pageant 😂 you literally have me DYING every vid 🤣 love you bro

[@taylormarcel]

And I have notifications on for your channel, but I just now got notified like wtf 🤬

[@joelsanford3141]

Guess I lucked out I have 2 battle ii and never had the issue with wind knots

[@wilk7958]

Penn battle dx vs Shimano spheros inshore?

[@gioisraeli]

love your videos my amigo. is it possible to switch the handle from battle 3 to spinfisher VI? do they match? thanks a lot

[@شزوان]

So, from your reviewing, wich reel are good, The Penn Bettle 3 or The Penn Bettle 3 DX...???. Can someone tell me wich one more better..🥺🥺

[@TackleAdvisors]

The DX Is the better battle

[@vertice3579]

@@TackleAdvisors how about a comparison with the spinfisher 6 ? The DX seems more refined but provide less waterproofing.

[@TubeYou7]

@@TackleAdvisors how about between the XD the spinfisher and the BG? About to buy one in a larger size for my surf rod. I already have 2 BG's so I was looking at possibly a spin Fisher or a DX but I'm not opposed to another BG.

[@curtisparker7607]

Whats that blue grease called ive got the slammer 8500 bt cant find that blue grease thats in it

[@jasonstokley7274]

Penn grease

[@TackleAdvisors]

Lol yup :)

[@curtisparker7607]

Ohhh was wondering if its that or if its just an knock of

[@cjmesler8955]

Will the 4000 handle thread into the 2500?

[@mercertevyn]

Would you suggest this over the spinfisher?

[@yajtramer6913]

Awesome I love penn reels

[@WereAllThatBored]

I wonder how many manufacturers have stopped cutting corners knowing their product will be torn apart on this channel?

[@TackleAdvisors]

Zero... Lol

[@WereAllThatBored]

@@TackleAdvisors not true lol

[@georgeadan5130]

This gonna be a shameful channel for them bad manufacturers,good job Advisor.

[@Kowalskikm]

At this $110-130 price point for ocean fishing on a boat (5000 & 6000 sizes).... would you recommend this BTLIII DX Tsunami Shield, or another?? Thanks!

[@TackleAdvisors]

I'd go battle. I've put more time on the shield but the battle is proving to be a very capable reel and it's gearing looks like it would outlast the shield

[@Kowalskikm]

@@TackleAdvisors Thank you Sir!!

[@simongorman1180]

Never mind the reels. Where did you get that screwdriver???? all mine are green.... real nice.

[@bradfarrahgerwing154]

Love your reviews.... Question..does the spin fisher VI have the wave spring?... I have an 8000 I use for sturgeon and hopefully pelagic if I can ever travel again

[@TackleAdvisors]

Yes it does.

[@bradfarrahgerwing154]

@@TackleAdvisors thanks bud

[@dantu5377]

For the regular battle 3 what kind of main gear does it use? Why is it black?

[@TackleAdvisors]

Anodized aluminum. (the black is the anodizing or some form of protective coating.)

[@frankiev-tech4630]

I likey! I like the color as well! But if you say Penn wants to compete with the Stradic FL...but sorry not even close. I own the FL 4000 and battle 3 4000 sizes and the smoothness and lightness on the Stradic waaaay better...and I have them on both with 15lb braid and hands down the Stradic out casts the Battle like I'd say 10 to 15 more yards especially when using swimbaits. But the Battle 3 is more improved though on smoothness than the previous. The DX is still something I might get as well...it looks like a nice finesse reel.

[@richieg8432]

Is it laying line as well as the BG?

[@TackleAdvisors]

Going by the standard b3... It's very close in terms of profile.

[@307mtb]

I have a battle 2 in the 1000 size and get wind knots all the time, I figured it was just me or the line I was using

[@lukaj2224]

I just bought the Penn Battle III DX 3000. Any tips on maintenance? Experiences from someone who owns it and did some testing? Tight lines!

[@JustinCaseJustin]

How often you do the maintenance ?

[@lukaj2224]

@@JustinCaseJustin every end of the season I open my reels, clean them and grease them. Usually I wipe down my rods and reels with the moist cloth after the fishing trip which can be a weekend or 2-3 weeks.

[@JustinCaseJustin]

@@lukaj2224 , thank you !

[@nodayatthebeach]

Excellent review. Curious to ask you because clearly you know reels, would it be worth it to upgrade my Penn 4000 LE with the brass gear from a DX?

[@edbranch3239]

Great video! I really enjoy your content.

[@nodayatthebeach]

Nice review. Would love to see an update including the battle iii LE (Limited edition)? I think DX is deluxe edition?