Hiya Rogz,
Like Abaddon recons...I would go for the older F2534-50 L&F Shockwave. It's a non HMG and is an awsome rod.
I have two and have done plenty eds and shark fishning with them for over 10 years now. Def plants a 9oz sinker day in and day out.
The HMG is also a great rod, but seen to many of these go bang in recent months due to the knocks and bumps that com with fishing?
I have a plan...so if you are interested let me know?