PENN 1292933 Fathom FTH30LD2 Lever Drag 2-Speed Conventional Reel

The PENN Fathom FTH30LD2 is a size-30 lever drag 2-speed conventional reel built for serious offshore and nearshore fishing. Compact in form but loaded with performance features, it pairs a full metal body with a stainless steel gear train machined for strength and drilled for weight reduction, delivering reliability under heavy loads without unnecessary bulk.

PENN's Dura-Drag™ system uses carbon fiber washers infused with a special Phenolic bonding agent that prevents premature material breakdown while creating a barrier against water intrusion. Each washer is pre-treated with a PENN-engineered compound to ensure smooth, consistent drag performance from the first pull to the last. The Quick-Shift™ 2-speed system lets anglers switch instantly between high (5.5:1) and low (2.7:1) gear ratios to adapt to changing conditions — crank fast to gain line, then drop to low gear to power big fish to the boat.

Key Features:

• Full metal body and sideplates maintain precise gear alignment under heavy loads
• Stainless steel main and pinion gears — machined and drilled for weight reduction
• Forged and machined aluminum spool — braid ready
• Quick-Shift™ 2-speed system — 5.5:1 high / 2.7:1 low gear ratios
• Dura-Drag™ washers — virtually eliminate hesitation even at extreme drag settings
• 5 shielded stainless steel ball bearings for smooth, corrosion-resistant operation
• Double-dog ratchet anti-reverse system for solid hooksets
• Line Capacity Rings for at-a-glance line monitoring
• Switchblade™ harness lugs for fighting belt and harness compatibility

Specifications:

• Model: FTH30LD2
• Reel Size: 30
• Gear Ratio: 5.5:1 (High) / 2.7:1 (Low)
• Max Drag: 33 lbs (14.9 kg)
• Retrieve Rate: 38" (High) / 19" (Low) per turn
• Ball Bearings: 5 shielded stainless steel
• Drag Type: Lever Drag
• Drag Material: Dura-Drag™
• Anti-Reverse: Multi-Stop double-dog ratchet
• Handle Position: Right-hand
• Spool Material: Forged & machined aluminum
• Body Material: Full metal
• Color: Black/Gold
• Weight: 20.0 oz (1.25 lbs)
• Mono Capacity: 440 yds/20 lb | 330 yds/30 lb | 255 yds/40 lb
• Braid Capacity: 635 yds/50 lb | 525 yds/65 lb | 455 yds/80 lb

Rated for both fresh and saltwater use, the Fathom FTH30LD2 is well-suited for trolling, bottom fishing, and jigging applications targeting medium to large species. The Switchblade™ harness lugs fold away when not needed, keeping the reel profile clean for everyday use.