Dive into the highly effective world of Slow Pitch Jigging (SPJ) with a perfectly balanced, purpose-built setup. The Penn Fathom 10XNLD Lever Drag Reel paired with the Penn Battalion II Slow Pitch Overhead Rod is a specialized combination engineered to give you absolute control over your jig's action, while packing the necessary winching power to drag stubborn Snapper, Kingfish, and deep-water reef species up from the depths.

The driving force of this combo is the Penn Fathom 10XNLD (Extra Narrow Lever Drag). In slow pitch jigging, you are constantly working the rod and turning the handle, meaning you don't have a spare thumb to manually level the line on the spool. The "Extra Narrow" spool design solves this entirely, allowing the braid to lay itself evenly and naturally under tension. Encased in a rigid Full Metal Body and sideplates, this reel eliminates frame flex when under extreme load. It is equipped with Penn's legendary Dura-Drag system, providing a silky-smooth, hesitation-free drag that protects light PE lines when a big Kingfish makes a sudden dive for the reef.

Matched to this powerhouse reel is the Penn Battalion II Slow Pitch Rod. Measuring 6'8" and rated for PE:3 braided line, this overhead rod features Penn's exclusive SLC2 construction with internal spiral carbon wraps. This specific blank design is critical for SPJ; it is incredibly lightweight to reduce angler fatigue, yet possesses the exact elastic recoil required to "pitch" heavy metal jigs and make them flutter enticingly on the drop. Finished with premium Fuji Alconite guides to manage heat from fast runs and ergonomic high-density EVA grips for tucking under the arm, this combo is a formidable, fatigue-reducing weapon for the modern offshore angler.

• Purpose-Built SPJ Synergy: A meticulously balanced rod and reel pairing designed specifically for the unique, rhythmic lifting and dropping techniques of Slow Pitch Jigging.

• Extra-Narrow (XN) Spool: The reel's incredibly narrow spool ensures braided line lays evenly across the arbor automatically, allowing you to focus 100% on fighting the fish and working the jig.

• Full Metal Body & Dura-Drag: The Fathom reel features an aluminum frame and sideplates to prevent gear binding under heavy drag, backed by Penn's smooth, heat-resistant Dura-Drag material.

• SLC2 Carbon Rod Blank: The Battalion II utilizes an advanced spiral-wrapped carbon blank that delivers the precise parabolic recoil needed to impart an erratic, fluttering action to your jigs.

• Fuji Alconite Guides: The rod is equipped with high-quality Fuji K-Series guides with Alconite inserts, ensuring smooth line flow, wind-knot reduction, and excellent heat dissipation.

• Fatigue-Free Fishing: The exceptionally lightweight nature of both the rod and reel allows you to impart technical jig movements for hours without burning out your wrists or shoulders.

• Brand: Penn

• Product Type: Overhead Jigging Combo (Slow Pitch)

• Target Species: Snapper, Kingfish, Bluenose, Trevally, and deep reef species.

Reel Specifications:

• Model: Penn Fathom 10XNLD (Lever Drag)

• Spool Profile: Extra Narrow (XN)

• Body Material: Full Metal (Aluminum)

• Drag System: Dura-Drag (Lever Drag)

• Gear Ratio: 5.3:1

• Max Drag: Approx. 20 lbs (9.1 kg)

• Bearings: 5 Stainless Steel Ball Bearings

Rod Specifications:

• Model: Penn Battalion II Slow Pitch Overhead

• Length: 6'8" (2.03m)

• Line Weight Class: PE 3 (Approx. 30lb Braid)

• Action: Parabolic / Slow Pitch Recoil

• Pieces: 1-Piece Construction

• Blank Material: SLC2 Spiral Carbon

• Guide Type: Fuji Alconite

• Grips: High-Density EVA (Split Grip Design)