Centerfire is built to blend the strongest and most reliable structural and functional elements from over a quarter century of reel design-IPX8 waterproof rated Cobalt drag system, power arm frame, deep cross section radial spool spokes, large easy grip fluted drag knob and hard anodize to name a few.Centerfire has everything you need in a bomb proof saltwater reel and foregoes what you don't all at a reasonable price. All drag components manufactured in the U.S.A and assembled in Boise, Idaho.