I have no doubt that the situation at Zee is more than well in hand. The quality control measures now in place are bullet proof. You need to see the vacuum system they are using to check the sealing ability of every single reel prior to shipping it out. Give them a call, they are more than ready and willing to stand by this truly amazing reel. Having seen, held and inspected the Torque, you couldnt give me one for free. My opinion Penn really dropped the ball on that piece of ghetto bling.