Old School Penn 60 back "In Service"

[Billy V]

Originally Posted by THE DARKHORSE

I don't know, though, that brass gear sleeve looks fine to me---after all those years. What's the point in switching it out? I'm guessing too much spare time in your case, too .

I bring out the old Penn reels every now and then, but have quit for the most part. For some reason, my weakest link reel always gets bit.

Try fishing a Torium in saltwater for thirty years, yeah right!

Yes - too much time.

It was stripped out on the flats - where the handle connects to it.
A common problem with some old Penns. The new ss gear sleeve is much stronger in that area, and is also recommended if you want to use more than 8 lbs of drag.

- It never fails - the cheapest rod and reel set I have always gets the bite.
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