The PENN Battle II offers attractive cosmetics, durable design, and silky smooth HT-100 drag as just a few of the many reasons why so many anglers fish this reel. The Full Metal Body construction allows it to maintain precision gear alignment under severe punishment. With the Superline Spool™ No backing is needed because of the rubber gasket that keeps superlines from slipping. By far the best value on the market at its price point. 5 sealed stainless steel ball bearings; Instant Anti- Reverse bearing; Heavy-duty aluminum bail wire.