does the handle spin freely on the rod, or is it fixed? if i hold the rod tight in hand, can i turn the handle?
1957855
I gifted this item, so I no longer possess it. I'm sorry. I can't answer your question.
1957856
I believe the handle spins... good quality rod. It does not flex like cheaper ones.
1357193
Mine turns with the stiffness you want (so it doesn't slip easily) but it's not uncomfortably tight and moves freely when turned. Try working it a bit to see if it just needs the tightness worked out of it. Otherwise you may want to swap it if you think it hurts your ability to freely make adjustments.
1083602
It sounds like you have "locked" the rod in its current position. As I recall you had to turn the rod to tighten it when you got it to the length you wanted. You probably need to turn the rod in the opposite direction to loosen it.
249990
Well... I wouldn't exactly call it "freely spinning," but it does swivel easily. However, I haven't found that to be a problem... just aim it, and forget it. I suppose if you feel a need to 'lock it down," you could use some black electrical tape, etc.
1691086
I have both an Olympic Fly Reel and a Shimano Spinning reel, and switch back and forth between the two as conditions warrant. No I have never had a problem with the rod coming apart.
351089
It can be tightened so that it won't flip without you doing it on purpose, but I don 't think it tightens to where it CAN'T be turned. I have never had to tighten mine, and it does not flip on it's own.
2027579
This handle is a one sided handle and doesn't move. It is not a lever, it's just a fixed handle. If you want to keep your lock mechanism you would buy the same item you have now and take the parts you need to replace what you want. I hope this helps.
264970
I believe you can just turn the reel around; however mine is a LEFT hand retrieve because that is the way I mounted the reel with the handle pointing toward the left. You have a great reel and should work perfect!
2131217
there is a small tiny slot on the inside handle. use a small flat head screwdriver to push into the slot which will release a catch and while holding it in pull the handle off. sometimes it is very tight but be persistent and the handle will come off. then reverse the handle and push back on.
2195481
No. My handle was always loose and couldn't be tightened all the way. It's junk. Pass on it or send it back! It's defective!
1304156
Seems silly but are you sure it is in the unlocked position? When in the locked position the lever part is at the unlocked arrow. You have to press down and move the selector the direction of the arrow in order for it to unlock. When unlocked the Lever should be at nearly a 45degree angle and free to bobble back and forth when touched. When locked the handle doesn't move even when pressed or pulled.
919720
The lever on the bottom is two position. One position you can turn the handle both ways and the other turns forward only stopping the reel trigger at top dead center for easy casting.
2282124
If it just keeps spinning, I would pull the rods apart, drag the screw towards the open end, and brace it with your pinky. That way you can get it to screw down some. Put the two rods back together. You can also pull on the screw while you turn it, to brace the square backing.
451910
The handle is removable and it is also able to swivel to any position left or right, above or below the drilling point. twist to untread then twist to tighten in any position you want. It is a very handy drill.
158763
It is a little tricky but mine opens and closes. After inspecting it I see that as you may suspect, turning the handle right tightens it and left loosens it. Yours must be initially stuck. I bet if you can get it to open once you won't have any trouble the next time. ;)
1278042
it locks by holding the rod in place and turning it in the direction of the arrows on the rod. There is a little sticker on there that shows the direction to turn so it locks in place. Once you start tightening it - it will turn til it tightens. Then it stays in place and that's that unless you decide to replace it higher lower etc. But it stays put from the pressure of tightening it. hope that answers your question!
1011920
Yes, the handle does move. I bought this as a gift for my niece so I don't have much firsthand knowledge about it, but I repositioned it when I wrapped it up. I hope this helps!