Penn International VISW Trolling Reel 80 3203g 29.4kg 3.1:1

Penn International VISW 80 — USA-Built Power for Big-Game Trolling

The Penn International VISW (VI series) 80 is a precision-machined, 2-speed conventional reel engineered in Philadelphia for serious offshore trolling. With 29.4 kg of drag, a robust stainless steel gear train, and the Dura-Drag system, it delivers smooth starts and unstoppable power when battling trophy tuna, marlin, and other pelagic giants.

Precision-Machined USA Construction

Crafted from aircraft-grade aluminum in Penn's Philadelphia facility—home to premium reel manufacturing since 1932—the International VISW 80 features machined and anodized body and sideplates for exceptional strength-to-weight balance. Stainless steel main and pinion gears handle extreme loads, while the double-dog ratchet anti-reverse and 5 bearings ensure reliability when every turn counts.

Dura-Drag & Quick-Shift II for Big-Game Control

The Dura-Drag system provides smooth, hesitation-free starts even under maximum drag settings, critical for controlling powerful runs. The Quick-Shift II 2-speed system (3.1:1 high / 1.5:1 low) lets you crank 102 cm per turn in high gear to gain line fast, then drop to low gear for brute winching power. The adjustable Versa-Strike stop fine-tunes strike response, and line-capacity rings keep you informed during long battles.

Choose the Right International VISW Variant

Penn's International VISW series pairs 2-speed versatility with legendary USA craftsmanship. Match reel size and drag to your target species and tackle:

• 30 VISW (silver / gold) – 1590 g, 13.6 kg drag, 1270 m / 0.46 mm mono capacity; ideal for medium offshore species, light tuna, sailfish, and wahoo on stand-up or lighter trolling setups

• 50 VISW (silver / gold) – 1899 g, 20.4 kg drag, 1185 m / 0.40 mm capacity; versatile mid-size option for yellowfin tuna, smaller marlin, and mixed big-game trolling

• 80 VISW (silver / gold) – 3203 g, 29.4 kg drag, 1435 m / 0.76 mm mono (3330 m / 0.51 mm braid) capacity; heavyweight choice for giant bluefin tuna, blue and black marlin, and extreme offshore trolling with 36–45 kg line

Facts

• Model: Penn International VISW 80

• Reel size: 80

• Weight: 3203 g

• Gear ratio: 3.1:1 (high) / 1.5:1 (low) 2-speed

• Retrieve per turn: 102 cm (high) / 48 cm (low)

• Max drag: 29.4 kg

• Bearings: 5

• Line capacity (mono): 1435 m / 0.76 mm | 1025 m / 0.89 mm | 880 m / 0.96 mm

• Line capacity (braid): 3330 m / 0.51 mm | 2765 m / 0.64 mm | 2045 m / 0.72 mm

• Drag type: Lever drag, Dura-Drag system

• Anti-reverse: Double-dog ratchet, multi-stop

• Spool material: Aluminum

• Hand retrieve: Right

• Made in USA of domestic and imported components