Penn Slammer IV 5500 / Retaliate X 602JS PE 3–5 Jig Spin Combo

Penn Slammer IV 5500 / Retaliate X 602JS PE 3–5 Jig Spin Combo

Heavy-duty jigging power in a compact, balanced spin setup — perfect for Aussie reef and offshore anglers.

The Penn Slammer IV 5500 paired with the Retaliate X 602JS makes for a serious jigging combo that can handle fast runs, brutal headshakes, and heavy vertical loads. Built for targeting hard-fighting species like kingfish, amberjack, coral trout and snapper, this combo delivers confidence-inspiring performance straight out of the box.

Reel: Penn Slammer IV 5500

• IPX6 sealed body & spool — keeps salt and grit out, even in rough offshore spray

• Full metal construction for strength and rigidity under load

• CNC Gear™ technology for precision-machined brass gearing that lasts

• Dura-Drag™ system with HT-100™ carbon washers — ultra-smooth, consistent drag under pressure

• Braid-ready spool with line capacity rings — ideal for PE3–5 setups for offshore jigging

The Slammer IV 5500 gives you the stopping power and reliability you need when hauling fish out of deep structure.

Rod: Penn Retaliate X 602JS (6’0”, PE 3–5)

• Designed for vertical jigging with heavier braid and aggressive retrieves

• PE 3–5 rating gives you the ideal sweet spot for 30–50lb braid applications

• 6’0” length delivers maximum jig control and plenty of leverage during long fights

• Responsive yet powerful blank handles high-load pressure without compromising sensitivity

• EVA grips and quality guides for comfort, control, and durability in tough conditions

The Retaliate X 602JS is a true jig stick, built for speed jigging, knife jigs, or bottom bouncing on heavy reef species.

Perfect For:

• Species: Kingfish, Snapper, Amberjack, Samson Fish, Coral Trout, Dhufish

• Techniques: Vertical jigging, bottom bashing, live baiting, drifting

• Environments: Offshore reefs, wrecks, headlands, and deepwater ledges

Why You’ll Love It

This combo delivers an ideal balance of strength, smoothness, and control — letting you confidently work jigs down deep and handle big fish that hit hard and dive fast. Whether you’re jigging plastics or metals, the Slammer IV / Retaliate X combo gives you the confidence to lock up and go hard.

Tough where it counts. Smooth where it matters. Built for big fish in big water.