The Fathom® II Star Drag Conventional Reel, model FTHII40SDP, represents the second generation of PENN®'s Fathom® II series. This star drag reel is engineered with a solid metal frame and side plates, now enhanced to be even more user-friendly. It includes a quick gear access side plate allowing anglers to service their gears and the HT-100™ drag system with ease. The PENN live spindle design ensures long, smooth casts, and for certain models, the power gear ratios provide the necessary torque to reel in deep-water fish. Note that the magnetic casting brake is only available for sizes 12 and 15.
Key Features:
- Full metal body and side plates
- Quick gear access side plate
- Marine-grade bronze main gear and hardened stainless steel pinion, machine-cut
- Versa-Drag™ system with HT-100™ washers
- Live Spindle with a free-floating spool
- Line capacity rings
- Six shielded stainless steel ball bearings
- Instant anti-reverse bearing
This product boasts a full metal body and side plates, ensuring durability and strength. It features a quick gear access side plate for easy maintenance, and a marine-grade bronze main gear paired with a machine-cut hardened stainless steel pinion for superior performance. The Versa-Drag™ system with HT-100™ washers provides smooth and reliable drag. Additionally, the live spindle with a free-floating spool enhances casting distance and accuracy. The line capacity rings help you monitor line usage, while the six shielded stainless steel ball bearings and instant anti-reverse bearing ensure smooth operation and immediate hook sets.
This reel, part of the Fathom series, features a mono capacity of 420 yards/30 lbs, 325 yards/40 lbs, and 240 yards/50 lbs, and a braid capacity of 810 yards/50 lbs, 675 yards/65 lbs, and 580 yards/80 lbs. It has a bearing count of 7 and a maximum drag of 30 lbs (13.6 kg). The gear ratio is 4.8:1, and it is designed for right-hand use with a reel size of 40. The drag type is a star drag, made from HT-100 material, and it comes in a sleek black and gold color. The reel also features an instant anti-reverse bearing, a retrieve rate of 32 inches (80 cm), and a centrifugal braking system. Additional specifications include a conventional style, box dimensions of 4 inches in height, 5 inches in width, and 8 inches in length, with a weight of 1.9 lbs. The UPC for this product is 031324046399.