Penn Affinity

MrSHIMANO · #1 09-06-2011, 09:00 PM

hello all, just wondering what you guys think of penn Affinity?

marco_r89 · #2 09-06-2011, 09:18 PM

I used to have a 2000 size and thought it was a tough little reel. Felt very solid. Bargain if you can get them on special as they usually go on sale frequently

Tonka-T · #3 10-06-2011, 05:16 AM

Great reels. Tough, smooth drag, awesome line lay and feel very solid. Just a little on the heavy side if you are casting all day. I've got a 1000 that is about 7yrs old now and is still as smooth as the day I got it.

echo1 · #4 10-06-2011, 05:52 AM

Had the applause (model below) a while back and it was a tank. Couldn't fault it and got my PB on her. Only issue is they are a tad heavy but thats because they are full metal constructed and tough as guts. Great reels for the price.

mcgoo · #5 10-06-2011, 07:09 AM

I have the 1000 sized affinity.. Its a great little reel.. I have mine on a 1-3kg Lox.. For the price I think they are a cracker of a reel..

Hillster · #6 17-06-2011, 08:26 AM

I have a 2000 Applause, less bearings than affinity thus cheaper. Love the drag sound, smooth as. It is a bit heavier than other brands but often cheaper too.

Had it for 18 months with no probs until I dropped it into the water (brackish) and did not pull it apart until the following morning. You can guess what happen then...1 rusty bearing due to not being a water proof unit. It still goes ok, but is now a bit knotchy. Replacement bearings are avaliable from Jarvis Walker.
I like them personally !