In reply to Post #31
To be honest if it were me i would fix it myself but for peace of mind send it back.

In reply to Post #32
I'd prefer plastic or metal handles on them personally but don't know where to start removing them from these reels. I'm hoping to fish next week so sending them off would mean 1 less rod too

what's everyone long term use thoughts on these...I picked up a set 2nd hand at the weekend, of the 3 two of them had problems with the anti reverse not kicking in every time. I.e when turning the handle and stopping with anti reverse engaged it would on occasions spin backward....one feels lumpy.

In reply to Post #34
I have two sets; in fact most people I know have them on their River or Carp set ups. Mine have been faultless

Sounds like the one-way drive is not engaging, is their signs of someone has been inside them Andy? As it's a common fault on all Reels if someone has packed them with LM type Grease and not semi-fluid.

In reply to Post #35
doesn't appear to have mate although I do think theyre more used than I originally thought. I was suprised as I know they have a bit of a following on here,cosmetically I wasn't fussed so didn't really go over them too much...to be fair the lad offered my money back....im bow very reluctant to go and buy new ones after seeing these used.

In reply to Post #36
Probably just need a proper clean out, might be just the outer workings clogged up with crap - take the spool off lay on a paper or cloth and give a good dowsing of Duck Oil Spray.
Leave for a bit to soak in, work the One way drive Switch, Bale Alarm, handle, and see if that makes a difference, normally does.

I bought some a couple of years ago and one of them does exactly the same. Did it pretty much from new but I didn't get around to doing anything about it

If the handle is still with anti reverse on it won't backwind but if it's moving forward you can then backwind straight from that with anti reverse on if that makes sense

Not an age or dirt thing on mine perhaps a design fault or common issue?

In reply to Post #38
exactly what's happening...doesn't fill me full of confidence to buy new so think I'll give them a miss

In reply to Post #38
Just checked the six I have- anti-reverse is instant.

In reply to Post #40
with these its not every time, but enought times for me not to have much confidence in them..glad yours are all good mate

In reply to Post #41
If there was any flaws Andy - trust me they would be gone

In reply to Post #41
I have had four for a couple of years and all good .

In reply to Post #34
I'm sure I've read on here that this is a “common” problem and a guy had a solution with a spring. I'll have a look when I get home to see if I can find the thread.

EDIT

See Post#9 on this thread:

https://www.carpforum.co.uk/Shared/Messages.asp?TopicID=425576

In reply to Post #38
Sorry I am confused I have 2 of these what test do I need to do to see if mine are good or not

i have 6 of these reels and have had no problems .... tbh ... this is the first time ive heard of any problems