Thank you for viewing. I was using this for light horse mackerel fishing in Tokyo Bay. It's relatively stiff, so it's easy to feel small bites and subtle movements, making it good for aggressive light horse mackerel fishing. There are some minor scratches on the grip and blank, but it can be used normally. The reel seat has been urethane clear coated. Please note that this is a used rod, so no returns or exchanges. * Please read the profile before purchasing!