Based on customer feedback found across the internet, from actual users of this product, we have given this product the following rating: 
Penn Slammer Review
Popular favorites for many professional inshore guides and charter captains, Penn's Slammer Spinning Reels are designed with rugged, full-metal body construction and top-quality components to withstand the pressures of taking trophy fish.
Penn Slammer Reviews
Actual Customer Feedback:
"My best and most dependable reel by far, not to mention favorite.Solid construction without the shiny gimmicks.The drag never skips a beat, I have personally tamed Tarpon, Snook Mahi,Permit,Bonefish ect. on this reel and have 100 % confidence in it."
Portion of actual user review from basspro.com
"If you want a dependable no-frills well constructed reel at a reasonable price this is the one. I have used this reel for over a year and it has performed flawlessly under very abusive conditions and still performs perfectly."
Portion of actual user review from basspro.com
Our research on the See Penn Slammer Suggests:
According to the general online consensus, where our research is based on unbiased customer comments and user feedback, this is an outstanding reel and outstanding value for the money. There were few, if any, negative reports on this reel.