Issue with reel...

[BobC]

The handle on the left is the old version.
I didn't even realize that the handle for the new version of this reel isn't reversible... it will only screw in on the left side.

I also keep saying old version and new. The old is the President 6920 and the new is the President pressp20.
Reels appear identical, but maybe they aren't.

I have one 20 size put away for Christmas, but the one I bought last year is reversible. I right hand crank and hold the rod lefty because I’m left handed. Perfect and efficient. You might want to double check that. I have also had the handle loosen up on me, and it most often happens when I back reel. I do like the ability to turn off anti reverse, particularly when fighting a nice smallie. I think those photos of the old and new screws are the answer as to why it happens. I have considered loctite blue, but would like to hear some opinions on that. I still think it is a nice reel for the money.
Bob

[trypman1]

I have the handle problem with a lot of reels, Loctite!

[DRFISHDUCK]

Reels get a lot of vibration in transport and on the boat. I make a habit of snugging cranks when using, some do loosen up but has never been a big problem - if it was I would use loctite.

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[Crestliner08]

I did some searching online for the "old" 6920 model. Walmart doesn't carry it anymore and most others online do not show a listing anymore. However, checking on Grizzly Jig Co. web site, they still have it listed online. I'm going to have to get them a call this week to see if it's still available?

Why do these fishing equipment companies refuse to stick with what works?

[DRFISHDUCK]

Manufacturing cost, marketing, labor cost considering where it's made not much. Why does this reel cost $500 more than this one?

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[tlefire]

Manufacturing cost, marketing, labor cost considering where it's made not much. Why does this reel cost $500 more than this one?

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That's why they quit making them. At $500, nobody could afford em.....

[ichabod]

Watching this thread with great interest. I'm planning on getting a couple of more 6920's (if they still make them?) to add to the 4 I now have. They've always been great reels for me, so I hope Pflueger isn't going the road of Shimano!

whats wrong with shimano, l just bought some saharas for $38. they seem like really nice reels but i haven't used them yet.

[DRFISHDUCK]

I been using 2 2nd generation Shimano Nexave 2500, gottem cheap off ebay. I got 3 newer Sienna 1000 for vertical jiggin - the bail spring broke on 1 but I still use it. I have over 20 Shimanos - Sedonas etc with no problems.

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[Ketchn]

if you bought shimano saharas for 38 dollars you STOLE them and to be sure the two I run are bad to the bone , them are some mighty smooth durable open faced reels for sure .
And the Pflueger I got that cost me 50 bux on a deal as my bud is a pro staffer does have an issue with the handle working lose about every 27th trip out .

[BobC]

On thinking about it and doing some reading, back reeling can be a big culprit because in essence doing that moves the handle in the direction to loosen it. Not thinking on my part. I do like to bow to the fish on occasion and back reel to cut off a jump, but if I had the drag set looser I might not have to do that. Not being able to turn off anti reverse for me is a deal breaker when considering a reel, particularly if it was a real high end one. I enjoy the fight more being able to go back and forth with direction. Blue Loctite May be my answer.
Bob