The Favorite Ol’ Salty Spinning Reel has a Gear ratio of 5.2:1 for 3000,4000 & 5000 series and a Gear ratio of 4.9:1 for 6000 & 7000 series. They have 8 stainless steel ball bearings + 1 roller bearing, Instant anti-reverse, a Skeletal rotor design, Machined metal handle with EVA knob. The main shaft is Stainless Steel. The Ol’ Salty is a braid ready system.