Penn Fathom II 40 Star Drag Reel

Penn Fathom II 40 Star Drag Reel

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. The PENN live spindle design offers long, effortless casts, while the power gear ratios (select models only) give ultimate torque for winching up deep fish. Magnetic casting brake available on 12 and 15 sizes only.

Live Spindle Design
The revolutionary Live Spindle™ design ensures exceptional casting performance. The improved configuration allows the spool to spin independently of the spindle and pinion gear, which significantly reduces friction experienced from the extreme acceleration of the spool when casting. Other reels using a “fixed spindle” design slow the rotation of the spool and reduce casting distance. Additionally the Live Spindle improves the retrieve of the reel because the spindle and pinion do not need to turn relative to each other during heavy loads, unlike a “fixed spindle” reels that result in a difficult retrieve and erratic drag.

Versa-Drag™
By rearranging the sequence of the keyed metal washers and eared HT-100™ washers the reel can be set up for fishing a wide range of drag settings without additional parts.

Line Capacity Rings
Eliminates the question of how much line you have left when fighting a fish. The three lines on the spool flange let you know when you have 1/3rd, 2/3rd, or a full spool of line. Also if you respool often these lines give you a benchmark for backing your superlines with monofilament which will help eliminate wasted time and line.

Versa-Handle™
Are you bottom fishing or trolling? Are you looking for power or speed? The Squall Lever Drag’s Versa-Handle system allows you to choose how long the handle should be in less than a minute (tools are included with each reel). Assemble the reel in the long position for more power or assemble in the short position for more speed.

Full Metal Body
A full metal body and sideplates keep precise gear alignment under heavy loads.

Penn Fathom II Star Drag features:
Full metal body and sideplates keep precise gear alignment under heavy loads
Machine-cut marine grade bronze main gear with hardened stainless steel pinion
Versa-Drag system with HT-100 washers. By rearranging the sequence of the keyed metal washers and eared HT-100 washers the reel can be set up for fishing a wide range of drag settings without additional parts.
Live Spindle Design with free floating spool
Internally adjustable centrifugal braking system
Line Capacity Rings eliminate the question of how much line you have left when fighting a fish. The three lines on the spool flange let you know when you have 1/3, 2/3 or a full spool of line. These lines also give you a benchmark for backing your superlines with monofilament.
5+1 shielded stainless steel bearing system
Instant anti-reverse bearing with silent back up ratchet

Penn Fathom II 40 Star Drag Reel Specifications:
Manufacturer: Penn
Model: Fathom II 40SD
Style: Star Drag Overhead Boat Reel
Line Retrieve Per Crank: 40"
Ratio: 6.1:1
Bearings: 7
Weight: 576gr
Drag: 12kg
Mono Capacity yds/lbs: 350/30 300/40 220/50
Braid Capacity yds/lbs: 725/50 600/65 525/80

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Penn Fathom II 40 Star Drag Reel, fathom, star drag reel, overhead reel, fishing reel, jig reel, jigging reel, PF-1505238,