This spinning reel is designed for smooth, dependable performance. It features 4 + 1 stainless steel ball bearings and a machine cut brass pinion gear for a fluid retrieve. The reel's durability is matched by its convenience, with an interchangeable screw in CNC aluminum handle that lets you switch between left and right hand retrieve. The aluminum spool and thick bail wire are built to last, while the multi-disk, oil-soaked felt drag washers provide consistent and powerful drag for fighting fish