Looks the same.
BEST NEWS: Retails for $99.95 – $125.95 (same price as current Penn Battle).
For more information visitwww.pennreels.com.
Penn Battle II Spinning Reels | Penn Fishing Store
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dK0Slo7iltkQuote:
Battle II spinning reels have Penn's HT-100 Versa-Drag washers keyed into the spool which allows both sides of each drag washer to be used. This gives the Battle II higher max drags, more range, and smoother start ups than the competition. All HT-100 washers are greased with Penn's proprietary PENN grease for longevity.
- Full Metal Body, sideplate, and rotor
- HT-100 carbon fiber drag washers
- 5 Sealed stainless steel ball bearings
- Instant Anti-Reverse bearing
- Heavy-duty aluminum bail wire
- Superline Spool
- Line Capacity Rings
Quote:
Mike Rice, Penn brand manager, introduces the new Penn Battle II at ICAST 2014.The predeccessor is the Battle, the Battle II has enhanced corrosion protection due to the use of five sealed bearings and one anti-reverse bearing. Line capacity rings let the angler know when the spool is full, utilizes HT-100 drag system, full metal body, heavy duty bail wire, and more.