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Spinning Reel Rebuild Tutorials and Questions => Fin-Nor => Topic started by: sharkman on February 20, 2015, 05:30:49 PM

Title: Fin Nor Ahab
Post by: sharkman on February 20, 2015, 05:30:49 PM
The local tackle shop has some new old stock. One is a Fin Nor Ahab 8 and the other is a Fin Nor Ahab 12. Both are spinning reels. I cant find much information regarding the drag ratings on these reels. Does anyone know how much drag they produce? Thanks.
Title: Re: Fin Nor Ahab
Post by: Bryan Young on February 20, 2015, 06:33:53 PM
I don't know what the drag ranges are but the design of the drag adjustment know is provided with a spring so that you cannot over-tighten the drag that could lead to a bent shaft, stripped gears, of sorts. 

It's a heavier reel, but built tough for sure, with features that will help in the longevity of the reel
Title: Re: Fin Nor Ahab
Post by: Keta on February 20, 2015, 10:01:29 PM
I have one setting on my bench that I can't find a parts source for, they are a nice reel though.
Title: Re: Fin Nor Ahab
Post by: Bryan Young on February 21, 2015, 02:47:34 AM
It's the spring in the drag knob.  In order for you to get more drag out of it, you need to compress the spring fully before the drag numbers increase.