Hello, can anyone tell me if it's possible to change the handle from right to left. I completely removed everything and cleaned and greased but it seems the gears are not going the same way. Is there something to do to make it left handed.
Can't do it. The 330 was left hand retrieve; the 331 was right hand retrieve.
Quote from: akfish on January 16, 2026, 08:25:04 PMCan't do it. The 330 was left hand retrieve; the 331 was right hand retrieve.
Are you serious, that sucks it's such a nice reel. Are they worth anything?
Not sure about the 330N vs 331N and L vs. R; this ain't a Mitchell, after all. There are surely some who know one way or the other. I see pics online with the handle on the R side also some with handle on L side.
Frank
There are (7) reels in the "N" series of DAM Quicks —-
110N, 220N, 330N, 331N, 440N, 441N, 550N
There are (7) reels in the Finessa series of DAM Quicks —-
110, 220, 221, 330, 331, 440, 550
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All reels in the Finessa series can be switched from right to left.
In the "N" series, only the 331N & 441N (high speeds) CAN be switched.
Depending on switching crank sides —- you will need a mirror opposite oriented oscillation slide.
If you need one, I have one for you.
Best, Fred
I guess I stand corrected. Can you with a 331 from RH to LH without any additional parts? I know the early black and gold spinfishers could be switched but you needed a separate handle post.
An opposite mirror image oscillation slide is needed, which I posted above, Bill.
This makes the 331N & the 441N ambidextrous reels. Nice feature.
Best, Fred
Hello Fred,
Yes if that's what you say i need to switch it over from right to left i would be interested. Let me know how much. For reference attached what my oscillation slide looks like. Thanks for your post.
Quote from: foakes on January 16, 2026, 10:18:59 PMThere are (7) reels in the "N" series of DAM Quicks —-
110N, 220N, 330N, 331N, 440N, 441N, 550N
There are (7) reels in the Finessa series of DAM Quicks —-
110, 220, 221, 330, 331, 440, 550
————————————————————————————————————-
All reels in the Finessa series can be switched from right to left.
In the "N" series, only the 331N & 441N (high speeds) CAN be switched.
Depending on switching crank sides —- you will need a mirror opposite oriented oscillation slide.
If you need one, I have one for you.
Best, Fred
$8 + $5 shipping.
Best, Fred
Hello Fred,
yes i'm interested in getting it, im in Canada let me know how to proceed
Quote from: foakes on January 18, 2026, 01:52:57 AM$8 + $5 shipping.
Best, Fred
PM me your complete mailing address, and I'll send it out tomorrow, then advise you of the shipping afterwards in a a return PM (private message button above).
It will require a customs form and additional postage cost.
Best, Fred
Quote from: foakes on January 19, 2026, 08:16:41 PMPM me your complete mailing address, and I'll send it out tomorrow, then advise you of the shipping afterwards in a a return PM (private message button above).
It will require a customs form and additional postage cost.
Best, Fred
After thinking it over it's probably not worth it, with converting from US-Can 40% plus customs
Maybe i'll just sell it or give away.
Ok.
Fred
Quote from: Gambler05 on January 20, 2026, 04:31:22 PMQuote from: foakes on January 19, 2026, 08:16:41 PMPM me your complete mailing address, and I'll send it out tomorrow, then advise you of the shipping afterwards in a a return PM (private message button above).
It will require a customs form and additional postage cost.
Best, Fred
After thinking it over it's probably not worth it, with converting from US-Can 40% plus customs
Maybe i'll just sell it or give away.
Thank you for following up. It irks me to see these threads "die on the line" when a person either finds it elsewhere or decides to move on from the project. So we appreciate you sharing this conclusion with us.
Consider me irked also. Thanks for being a good guy Fred. Dominick
Really, not a problem or a big deal —-
Guy probably made the right call from his point of view.
I respect that. I was just trying to help by replying promptly to his request, and also doing a little to show and explain the procedure and the part to other members.
A DQ 331N High Speed reel is fairly rare.
So if $8 + maybe $10 shipping, and a small percentage for a tariff —- maybe — is a deal breaker...then he likely wouldn't appreciate the reel anyway.
Easy enough for me to toss the part back in the parts bin.
This is not done for the $$$ —- it is done to get a quality and solid vintage reel back on the water, for the angler to both enjoy and appreciate. Most folks might think this is corny, or foolish on my part —- but it works to my satisfaction. And many members and anglers worldwide —- do appreciate the service.
I was just glad he responded, and didn't ignore the offer. That helps to clear the bench of a loose part!
Best, Fred
From his point of view most likely , 18 dollars is 24.90 Canadian plus what ever the new tariffs are on top of that . He can buy another reel for that kind of money . He may also find the part on Canadian E bay or other markets . And he did not leave you hanging as a member with less than 10 posts !!
Hey sorry if some guys think i did something bad but like oldmanjoe said it's not really worth it for me. Adding 40% on top of the price and customs plus they might charge 13% tax on the value in Canadian. Government sucks. If i don't find a part i will donate it for parts to Fred. And by the way seeing the part was brass i thought i could heat it up and bend it the other way to fit. But i was a little aggressive and it broke almost when it was perfect.
Quote from: Gambler05 on January 21, 2026, 09:57:07 PMHey sorry if some guys think i did something bad but like oldmanjoe said it's not really worth it for me. Adding 40% on top of the price and customs plus they might charge 13% tax on the value in Canadian. Government sucks. If i don't find a part i will donate it for parts to Fred. And by the way seeing the part was brass i thought i could heat it up and bend it the other way to fit. But i was a little aggressive and it broke almost when it was perfect.
If you would send me your complete address in a PM, I will send it out as a gift, and I'll pay the shipping to you. Shouldn't be any, or very little in tax or tariffs on a gift with "0" value.
Glad to help.
Best, Fred
I do not know how International mail works ,but maybe just exchange Birthday cards !
Quote from: foakes on January 21, 2026, 10:36:00 PMQuote from: Gambler05 on January 21, 2026, 09:57:07 PMHey sorry if some guys think i did something bad but like oldmanjoe said it's not really worth it for me. Adding 40% on top of the price and customs plus they might charge 13% tax on the value in Canadian. Government sucks. If i don't find a part i will donate it for parts to Fred. And by the way seeing the part was brass i thought i could heat it up and bend it the other way to fit. But i was a little aggressive and it broke almost when it was perfect.
If you would send me your complete address in a PM, I will send it out as a gift, and I'll pay the shipping to you. Shouldn't be any, or very little in tax or tariffs on a gift with "0" value.
Glad to help.
Best, Fred
Quote from: foakes on January 21, 2026, 10:36:00 PMQuote from: Gambler05 on January 21, 2026, 09:57:07 PMHey sorry if some guys think i did something bad but like oldmanjoe said it's not really worth it for me. Adding 40% on top of the price and customs plus they might charge 13% tax on the value in Canadian. Government sucks. If i don't find a part i will donate it for parts to Fred. And by the way seeing the part was brass i thought i could heat it up and bend it the other way to fit. But i was a little aggressive and it broke almost when it was perfect.
If you would send me your complete address in a PM, I will send it out as a gift, and I'll pay the shipping to you. Shouldn't be any, or very little in tax or tariffs on a gift with "0" value.
Glad to help.
Best, Fred
Sorry for the delay been busy with snow and everything else, not sure why i'm not getting notifications to tell me when someone posted. That is really nice of you Fred you don't have too but i will take you up on the offer. Will pm you my info. I have some other reels maybe you might be interested in that i can give you.
Quote from: Gambler05 on January 28, 2026, 12:36:37 AMQuote from: foakes on January 21, 2026, 10:36:00 PMQuote from: Gambler05 on January 21, 2026, 09:57:07 PMHey sorry if some guys think i did something bad but like oldmanjoe said it's not really worth it for me. Adding 40% on top of the price and customs plus they might charge 13% tax on the value in Canadian. Government sucks. If i don't find a part i will donate it for parts to Fred. And by the way seeing the part was brass i thought i could heat it up and bend it the other way to fit. But i was a little aggressive and it broke almost when it was perfect.
If you would send me your complete address in a PM, I will send it out as a gift, and I'll pay the shipping to you. Shouldn't be any, or very little in tax or tariffs on a gift with "0" value.
Glad to help.
Best, Fred
Quote from: foakes on January 21, 2026, 10:36:00 PMQuote from: Gambler05 on January 21, 2026, 09:57:07 PMHey sorry if some guys think i did something bad but like oldmanjoe said it's not really worth it for me. Adding 40% on top of the price and customs plus they might charge 13% tax on the value in Canadian. Government sucks. If i don't find a part i will donate it for parts to Fred. And by the way seeing the part was brass i thought i could heat it up and bend it the other way to fit. But i was a little aggressive and it broke almost when it was perfect.
If you would send me your complete address in a PM, I will send it out as a gift, and I'll pay the shipping to you. Shouldn't be any, or very little in tax or tariffs on a gift with "0" value.
Glad to help.
Best, Fred
Sorry for the delay been busy with snow and everything else, not sure why i'm not getting notifications to tell me when someone posted. That is really nice of you Fred you don't have too but i will take you up on the offer. Will pm you my info. I have some other reels maybe you might be interested in that i can give you.
Quote from: foakes on January 21, 2026, 10:36:00 PMQuote from: Gambler05 on January 21, 2026, 09:57:07 PMHey sorry if some guys think i did something bad but like oldmanjoe said it's not really worth it for me. Adding 40% on top of the price and customs plus they might charge 13% tax on the value in Canadian. Government sucks. If i don't find a part i will donate it for parts to Fred. And by the way seeing the part was brass i thought i could heat it up and bend it the other way to fit. But i was a little aggressive and it broke almost when it was perfect.
If you would send me your complete address in a PM, I will send it out as a gift, and I'll pay the shipping to you. Shouldn't be any, or very little in tax or tariffs on a gift with "0" value.
Glad to help.
Best, Fred
Got your address today, Ermanno —-
Part will go out today to Ontario, Canada.
No offense, but I really don't need a Compac reel. I have some, and I wouldn't sell it, or even give it away. Not worth the hassle and shipping.
Thanks anyway.
Best, Fred
Quote from: foakes on January 28, 2026, 06:58:32 PMGot your address today, Ermanno —-
Part will go out today to Ontario, Canada.
No offense, but I really don't need a Compac reel. I have some, and I wouldn't sell it, or even give it away. Not worth the hassle and shipping.
Thanks anyway.
Best, Fred
Thanks again Fred much appreciated. There is still some good people in this crazy world we live in. 🙏
Quote from: Gambler05 on January 29, 2026, 05:54:41 PMQuote from: foakes on January 28, 2026, 06:58:32 PMGot your address today, Ermanno —-
Part will go out today to Ontario, Canada.
No offense, but I really don't need a Compac reel. I have some, and I wouldn't sell it, or even give it away. Not worth the hassle and shipping.
Thanks anyway.
Best, Fred
Thanks again Fred much appreciated. There is still some good people in this crazy world we live in. 🙏
Yes, and most of them are on Alan's site!
Best, Fred
Got the part from Fred, :al thank you for being so generous I appreciate it.
This is the reel all put back together cleaned new grease and oil. :d