Special Senator® Rods offer anglers quality components like full AFTCO® guides and Penn’s IST rod blank technology for improved durability and reduced weight when compared to solid glass rod blanks. Utilizing Penn’s Slick Butt® for durability and reliability, Special Senator® Rods are favorites of charter boat captains. With a machined, aluminum reel seat and metal gimbals, Special Senator® Rods are capable of any bluewater challenge; and when matched with the Penn Reel of your choice, can land just about any size fish.