the Penn Battle II Spinning Reel Has striking looks, durable design and a silky-smooth drag. the Battle's Full metal body maintains precision gear alignment under severe Punishment while its Techno-Balanced rotor ensures smooth retrieves. from tuna to trout, the Battle performs and is engineered to last. with the Superline Spool, no backing is needed because a rubber gasket keeps Line from slipping. HT-100 Versa-Drag washers are keyed into the Spool allowing the use of both sides of the washer providing higher max Drag and smoother start UPS. Convertible for right- or left-hand Retrieve.