The perfect combo for the NZ slow jig snapper fishing.

The Reel:

Featuring a Full Metal Body for durability, the Fathom® II Lever Drag series offers power and speed in a lightweight package. Now with a new cosmetic and a variety of updates including the Pull-To-Turn preset knob to eliminate accidental changes to the drag.

These reels are engineered to be fished with superline and cover a wide range of fishing applications such as jigging, live baiting, and bottom fishing.

PENN Fathom II 10 XNLD Jigging Reel Features:

• Full metal body and sideplates
• Stainless steel main and pinion gear
• Pull to turn preset adjustment
• Dura-Drag™ washers
• 5 Shielded stainless steel ball bearings
• Double-dog ratchet anti-reverse
• Line capacity rings

PENN Fathom 10 XNLD Jigging Reel Specifications:

• Model: FTH10XNLD
• Mono capacity (m/mm): 310/0.28 290/0.29
• Braid capacity (m/mm): 310/0.29 230/0.36 160/0.41
• Bearing count: 5
• Max drag: 20lb/9.0kg
• Gear ratio: 5.3:1
• Line retrieve: 27in (68.58cm)

The Rod

A perfect slow jig rod from PENN. PENN’s RCB2 construction consists of a rolled composite core and outer layers of longitudinal glass to provide a lightweight, thin, and parabolic blank that flexes from grip to tip, distributing weight for extra durability. Tangle-Free Fuji K guides with Alconite inserts, Fuji reel seats, and tapered EVA grips pair for a technical, sensitive, and premium setup. These parabolic blanks offer sought-after durability, balance, and recoil anglers need to work jigs from nearshore bays & sounds to offshore wrecks and bottom structures.

PENN Battalion II Slow Pitch Overhead Rod Features:

• Model: BATOHJII200C68M
• Rod blank material: RCB2 Composite
• Fuji K Guides with Alconite Inserts
• Fuji Graphite reel seat
• Tapered EVA Grips
• Solid Tip Technology
• Adjustable EVA Versa-Grip

PENN Battalion II Slow Pitch Overhead Rod Specifications:

• Length: 6ft 8in
• Pieces: 1
• Line rating: 40lb braid
• Lure rating: 200g
• Number of guides with tip: 8
• Rod power: Medium