Pawl2 and Spring5 are working well on my reel (the heavier Spring5 works well for transport)
avoid letting marlins go deep at all costs
Id purchased 3/0 Mustad Demon Perfect Circle Offset hooks
They are designed to be worked right throughout the water column, from the riverbed, to the surface, or, topwater
When using opaque braids, think natural colors such as moss green if the lure is tied directly to the braid, or high visibility shades of yellow, green, or even pink if using a fluorocarbon leader
The downside is that enclosed cases are usually significantly more expensive than simpler, open racks and thus are typically reserved for more serious anglers willing to spend to maximally protect their rods