The PENN International VI series is designed and manufactured in the USA of domestic and imported components. Precision machined from high-strength, lightweight, aircraft grade aluminum in our Philadelphia machining center. Our experienced crew has been designing and producing durable, high-quality reels in this facility since 1932.  The VI consists of a large stainless steel gear train for strength and speed, and a Dura-Drag system which results in a smoother start up and virtually eliminates hesitation, even under extreme drag settings. Machined and anodized aluminum body and sideplates. Stainless steel main and pinion gears. Quick-Shift II™ 2-speed system. Dura-Drag™ system. Versa-Strike Adjustable Strike stop. Double-dog ratchet anti-reverse. Line Capacity Rings. Made in the USA of domestic and imported components.