Penn Spinfisher VI 6500 632g 13.6kg 107cm 5.6:1

Penn Spinfisher VI 6500 — Built to Conquer Big Saltwater Fish

The Penn Spinfisher VI 6500 combines IPX5-sealed protection with a full metal body and CNC-machined gears to deliver reliable stopping power when you hook into aggressive saltwater species.

IPX5 Sealed Protection Against Saltwater Intrusion

With IPX5 sealing throughout the body and spool, this reel keeps saltwater out of the gearbox and drag system even when hit by waves or spray. The fully sealed spool houses HT-100 carbon fiber drag washers that deliver up to 13.6 kg of smooth, consistent stopping power without fear of corrosion or contamination.

Precision Engineering for Heavy Loads

The full metal body and sideplate maintain perfect alignment of the CNC Gear system under pressure, while the 5+1 sealed stainless steel ball bearing system ensures smooth retrieves in harsh saltwater conditions. The superline spool accepts both braid and mono, with line capacity rings to monitor your backing at a glance.

Choose the Right Variant

The Spinfisher VI spinning series is available in sizes to match your target species and fishing style:

• 6500 (632 g, 5.6:1, 107 cm per turn, max drag 13.6 kg, manual bail trip) — tuna, amberjack, large tarpon, heavy surf casting, offshore trolling, capacity 390 yd/12 lb or 485 yd/30 lb braid

• 3500 (smaller frame, automatic bail trip) — inshore species, medium surf casting, lighter tackle applications

Facts

• Weight: 632 g

• Gear ratio: 5.6:1

• Retrieve per turn: 107 cm

• Max drag: 13.6 kg

• Bearings: 5+1 sealed stainless steel

• Anti-reverse: Instant

• Spool: aluminum, superline-ready

• Handle: right/left interchangeable

• Mono capacity: 355 m/0.33 mm, 315 m/0.36 mm, 185 m/0.38 mm

• Braid capacity: 485 yd/30 lb, 410 yd/40 lb, 335 yd/50 lb

• Drag material: HT-100 carbon fiber

• Manual bail trip (sizes 6500–10500)