Exclusive Shakespeare® Howald Process™ construction incorporates an inner spiral of graphite for superior hoop strength, covered by an outer layer of glass fibers for even flex distribution. Fuji® graphite-reinforced reel seats with stainless steel hoods and blank-thru-handle construction; AFTCO® HD heavy-duty roller guides; exclusive Clear Tip® (clear, solid fiberglass tip), the strongest, most sensitive tip to top off a rod (on some models the tip is painted over).