The Favorite Fishing Defender Spinning Reel features a lightweight carbon composite body and titanium nitride covered anti-twist line roller and spool lip. It uses a Feather Light Rotor and stainless-steel main shaft with a 5.2:1 gear ratio. This compact and heavy duty reel has 8 stainless steel ball bearings + 1 roller bearing with a super smooth braid winding system. The handle on the Defender Spinner is machine metal with a soft-touch EVA knob.