This is a conventional reel, known for reliability and toughness. It is suitable for both fresh water and saltwater fishing. It comes in the original box with the original instruction book and tool. This comes from an estate. The box does show some wear for its age. The reel is in very good condition. *Bonus-VHS Tape “Bass Basics Part 1”. {Penn Fishing Tackle Manufacturing Company is an American manufacturer of fishing tackle, primarily known for making heavy-duty fishing reels and rods. Otto Henze immigrated from Germany to the United States in 1922. At 25, he worked as a machinist for the fishing reel manufacturer Ocean City Manufacturing Company of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In February 1933, the first Penn reels were sold to the Miller Auto Supply Company in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.} The item in the photos is the item you will receive. I believe in authenticity and take all my own photos. Stock photos do not provide an accurate representation of the item(s) I sell. Comes from a smoke free home!