Description

PENN Fathom II Star Drag Casting Special Baitcasting Reel
Experience the pinnacle of power, precision, and durability with the PENN Fathom II Star Drag Casting Special Baitcasting Reel. Meticulously engineered for the serious angler who demands uncompromising performance, this reel is a masterclass in design and functionality. Whether you´re casting into the surf, live-baiting for coastal predators, or winching trophies from the depths, the Fathom II stands ready to conquer any challenge. It’s the ultimate baitcasting tool, built to provide strength and speed where it counts the most.
The second generation PENN® Fathom® II star drag reel is built with a rigid metal frame and sideplates, now with added features to make it more angler friendly than ever.
Featuring our fast gear access sideplate, any angler can service their gears and HT-100™ drag system quickly and efficiently.
The PENN live spindle design offers long, effortless casts, while the power gear ratios give ultimate torque for winching up deep fish.
Magnetic casting brake available on 12 and 15 sizes only. .
Unmatched Durability and Strength
At the core of the Fathom II´s legendary toughness is its full metal body and sideplates. This rigid construction eliminates frame-flex, even under the immense pressure of a heavy load or a powerful fish. This ensures that the precision-engineered gears remain perfectly aligned, providing smooth and reliable operation cast after cast, season after season. The heart of the reel features a machine-cut marine-grade bronze main gear paired with a hardened stainless steel pinion, a combination that delivers the brute strength and durability needed to handle grueling fights and resist the harsh saltwater environment.
Peak Casting Performance and Control
The Fathom II is a casting machine. The innovative Live Spindle design and free-floating spool work in harmony to reduce friction, allowing for incredibly long and effortless casts to reach distant targets. For anglers seeking ultimate casting control, the 12 and 15 sizes incorporate a magnetic casting brake, enabling you to fine-tune the reel´s performance to match lure weight and wind conditions, drastically reducing the chance of backlashes. The instant anti-reverse bearing provides a solid hookset with zero handle back-play, ensuring every bit of your movement translates into fish-fighting power.
Angler-Friendly Service and Operation
PENN understands that maintenance is key to longevity. The revolutionary Fast Gear Access Sideplate is a game-changer for anglers, providing rapid and easy access to the reel´s internals. You can now quickly service your gears and the legendary Versa-Drag™ system with its HT-100™ carbon fiber washers without a complete teardown. This means less time on the workbench and more time on the water. Additionally, the convenient Line Capacity Rings on the spool let you know exactly how much line you have out, or how much is left, at a glance—a critical advantage during a long fight or when deploying baits to a specific depth. With its shielded stainless steel ball bearing system, every turn of the handle is fluid, smooth, and reassuringly solid.
Features:
* Full metal body and sideplates.
* Fast gear access sideplate.
* Machine-cut marine grade bronze main gear with hardened stainless steel pinion.
* Versa-Drag™ system with HT-100™ washers.
* Live Spindle with free floating spool.
* Line capacity rings.
* 6 shielded stainless steel ball bearing system.
* Instant anti-reverse bearing