Built to pay homage to the American Warrior. Forged from the finest raw materials and tested relentlessly in the harshest elements – to deliver nothing short of the best. Team Lew’s new American Hero® Tier 1 Spinning Reel is a tournament-ready reel built on a high-performance aluminum frame to withstand the abuse of serious anglers. The Tier 1 is expertly designed for consistent, tangle-free casting, and a smooth, low-torque retrieval. Light enough for finesse fishing, yet with a proven Lew’s drag that is powerful enough for fighting big fish. And the Multicam Dip system gives every single Tier 1 reel a unique design.Make no mistake, the team behind Lew’s American Hero series is absolutely committed to offering top-level performance gear that excels on the water and puts more fish in the boat. However, the heart of the series is much more than the product. The team pledges a portion of every American Hero sale to support organizations that work to benefit and restore the body, mind, and spirit of veterans who are transitioning into civilian life FEATURES: Premium one-piece aluminum construction, with the perfect balance of lightweight performance and no-flex strength Exceptionally smooth retrieval and fish-fighting power Remarkable casting with Lew’s black TI anodized spool Superior design for high-level performance, all-day comfort and years of fishing Includes rock-solid warranty for peace of mind on the water /black Ti anodized aluminum spool Combat Grip® paddle knob Lightweight Skeletal C40 carbon rotor S-curve oscillation system