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Again, back then there was no drag, so anglers used thumb pressure on the spool to slow hard-running fish, and as a level-wind mechanism had yet to be invented, the thumb had to spread the line, too

They owe their tough, dependable performance to precision, Swedish-cut brass gears

Duragear Gen II brass gearing provides long-term durability and efficient power transfer, and the 90mm aluminum handle with oversized knobs enhances leverage and retrieve control

Higher drag forces are also very important when surf fishing since the extra weight can be brutal on baitcaster reels, baitcasting rods, and other gear

This handle is CNC-machined from high-grade 7075 aluminum, including a thick central plate that reinforces structure for more efficient cranking under heavy loads

Of course, specs only take you so far, so I also put these reels through the paces with real-world testing