Penn :: Conventional Reels :: Fathom Star Drag

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Overall Customer Rating:

Manufacturer: Penn
Series: Conventional Reels
Model: Fathom Star Drag
Reel Type: Conventional Star Drag
Penn Fathom Star Drag specifications
Model | Line Capacity | Gear Ratio | Ball Bearings | Reel Weight (oz.) | Max. Drag | Type |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FTH12 |
525/15, 420/20, 320/30 |
6.0:1 |
5+1 |
15.5 |
25 |
|
FTH15 |
500/20, 380/30, 270/50 |
6.0:1 |
5+1 |
15.6 |
25 |
|
FTH25N |
650/20, 450/50, 370/65 |
6.0:1 |
5+1 |
17.9 |
25 |
|
FTH30 |
625/50, 500/65, 440/80 |
6.0:1 |
5+1 |
18.4 |
25 |
|
FTH40 |
725/50, 600/65, 525/80 |
6.0:1 |
5+1 |
18.7 |
25 |
* All Fathom Star Drag Reels specifications from the official Penn catalog. Penn reserves the right to make changes without obligation.
Fishermen's opinions about Penn Fathom Star Drag

Penn Fathom Star Drag
Nice Reel
2013-03-01T11:58:373/1/2013 11:58:37 AM
out of 5 stars
I just purchased one of these reels and spooled it full of powerpro. I really like how compact and light it is and it fished really well. The bearing adjustment allowed me to tighten it to where it wouldn't backlash when it hit the bottom. That allowed me to stick it in the rodholder while dropping if I needed to grab a bottle of water or gaff a fish.
Reviewed by: Tigno (United States, Alabama)
Penn Fathom Star Drag
Penn Fathom FTH40
2012-12-20T11:59:3512/20/2012 11:59:35 AM
out of 5 stars
I thought to replace The Shimano Torium with this reel.
Why would they make a reel with the tongue that cannot fit properly into American rods like the Shakespeare ugly stick or the Rapala RSC rods. It's too large for these newer rods, and it's loose after maximum tightening.
I hope I can still return it for refund after 2 or 3
months since purchase.
Why would they make a reel with the tongue that cannot fit properly into American rods like the Shakespeare ugly stick or the Rapala RSC rods. It's too large for these newer rods, and it's loose after maximum tightening.
I hope I can still return it for refund after 2 or 3
months since purchase.
Reviewed by: till
Penn Fathom Star Drag
Fathom
2012-12-16T12:38:5812/16/2012 12:38:58 PM
out of 5 stars
Love this reel. Solid as a rock. I have the 2 FTH15's and a FTH12. All are used for surf and pier on my heavers. Casting is smooth and distance is great. Awesome drag. Get a couple!
Reviewed by: Bait Man (Hampton, Va)