The Lew's Fishing Laser SG1 Spinning Rod features premium IM6 graphite unfinished blanks, taking some weight out, increasing sensitivity and improving overall rod-to-reel balance. Guides are black-coated stainless steel frames with aluminum oxide guide rings. Handles are cork with an EVA butt split-grip design for more balance and comfort while fishing. Reel seats are Lew's exclusive lightweight, graphite skeletal seats. These rods use stainless steel hook keepers.