Description
6061-T6 machined aluminum frame and forged flanges
17-4 stainless steel gears
Helical gears for increased torque, smoothness and improved meshing
All models feature a dual speed system
Gold anodized gear selector housing
Cold forged machined aluminum spool, with Type-II anodizing
Corrosion Resistant Coating (CRC)
Patented pin spool system accommodates braid such as monofilament
Carbonite Dual Force brake with Cal's Universal brake grease
Custom thrust bearing: reduces lateral pressure during high brake loads
4 ABEC-5 Sapporo stainless steel ball bearings on most models
The MK-80WII has 6 Sapporo bearings
Patented antisilent ratchet return system
Ratchet brake lever and preset knob for fine adjustment
Patented T-Bar handle with graphite Easy Roll insert on all models
Stainless steel ratchet system ultra robust
Stainless steel drive wheel and spool shaft 17-4 ultra robust
Flanges, frame, spool, gold anodized Type-II plates, spool, brake lever and handle
Open frame on 16II, 20II, and 50II models
"Plug and Plug" system on all open models
Machined thumb rest on back bar for comfort
Forged aluminum reel foot and mounting system, hardened, machined and anodized
Machined marlin logo on left side plate
Water drainage holes for optimized flow
Specific screw location design reduces water accumulation and corrosion
