I was asked by a mate to get a Penn 525 from the USA on my next trip. As i need to order this model i called the store yesterday and they said they no longer stock this reel because so many have been returned with problems.
On that basis i suggested he picks an alternative equivalent reel. Trouble is i haven't a clue what is a good quality equivalent. The store suggested a Shimano Calcutta 400 which is a bit more than the Penn but highly recommended.
Can anyone help us out here? The Penn retailed about $130 or £120 in UK.
The Shimano is $220 so quite a bit more.
Thanks for any feedback.
Freddy
On that basis i suggested he picks an alternative equivalent reel. Trouble is i haven't a clue what is a good quality equivalent. The store suggested a Shimano Calcutta 400 which is a bit more than the Penn but highly recommended.
Can anyone help us out here? The Penn retailed about $130 or £120 in UK.
The Shimano is $220 so quite a bit more.
Thanks for any feedback.
Freddy