The 2 Different Spinning Reel Handles and How They Work

Do you know the difference between direct drive and two-piece reel handles?

While the differences are slight, you’ll want to know which style is best for YOU!

So in this new video, you’ll learn why it’s important to know the different types of spinning reel handles and how to swap from right-handed to left-handed reels.

Check it out!

Have any questions about changing out your spinning reel handle from left to right?

[KillerAssassin]

Awesome video, I had trouble switching sides on the handle on my first direct drive reel. I was making the mistake of not holding down the rotor, which was not allowing the handle to screw on tight, making the handle to spin the wrong way and become loose.

[rich..]

Hey how do you swap out the knob grip thing because there is no screw to take it out

[russlehman]

I am old enough to remember when spinning reels were not convertible. They came in right handed (left side crank) and left handed (right side crank) models. If you wanted a right side crank, this was a pain. Stores often did not stock the left handed models, as they were slow sellers. Frequently you would have to have the store special order the reel if you wanted the crank on the right side.

[Verminworms]

The cap on my hex key handle is to tight to unscrew. How can i get it off?

[AronGilpatrick]

I recently bought a Daiwa Free Swimmer BR 10000 and it came with the handle on the right side and I have not been able to swap it to the left side. It looks just like your direct drive reel here. IDK if I am not doing it right or if it is messed up or if it is not swappable

[simbamukupe]

I have a Daiwa BG 4000 and can not figure out how to change the handle side. Thank you in advance.

[pepperonicapone]

can u change from 2 ways handle into direct drive handle?

[vladbeca]

I just bought a reel I cannot swap from a side to another, its weird because it doesnt say a specific side on the packaging or instructions, and there is no rubber spacer to adjust from a side to another, its the quantum escalade size 25, ive been looking for a whole to find a rubber spacer or any solution to my problem because I cannot return the reel and I really want to be able to use it.

[Jamel]

Thank you very much, my Daiwa Blast LT 6000 is right handle and has not left screw. I dont know hpw yo change from right to left

[TTangOutdoors]

Thanks for making this video for us, something that's obvious to some but bothering for others! Didn't know you need to also remove the rubber seal too on the Fuego. Thanks again!

[muskyvictim]

Just received certate 19 but I see some space between that black rubber gasket / couple between handle and body?? Is it supposed to go in all the way ? Ughh, it's tight, but why is there a very slight space I still see the silver ....

[AMTheOcarinaPlayer]

What do you do when the threaded cap/bolt on a reel that you bought, when you try reeling, the bolt keeps screwing itself down until the handle won’t work any more?
I tried taking the handle off my current reel to check for size and that kept happening. I’ve bought some replacement handles so I’m hoping I can get the reel fixed up for a spare.

(rod reel combo on discount because the handle is gone. 80 dollar rod for 34! 🤩)

[ludwigpapp]

On the Daiwa BG 2500 and BG 3000, the handle and the main shaft thread connection has only about 4 fine pitch threds, not strong at all, did you guys had any issues with this ? Thanks.

[davidgodal]

Does the Shimano sustain FJ have a direct drive handle? Cant find information about it

[mikekong]

I have a Daiwa phantom lt6000 but can not swap the handle can you show me how

[franciscozaragoza]

I just got a D.A.M. Quick 3. I was putting some oil on some parts and now it’s only right hand retrieve. There is now a white gasket that only accepts the cap and not the handle.

[bobsmoot]

I see that you first turn the threaded part backwards a bit, under light pressure, just before threading the part on. Good idea. Feeling the thread click means it's ready to thread it on, without damaging the fine threads. Maybe pointing this out to viewers (especially newbees) could save some gear, and frustration. Thanks.

[benhookey]

Question, can i hurt the reel if i overtighten a screw in handle?

[andrewvang]

What if my reel handle doesn’t stay in after i tighten it ?

[billnoogie]

Whats the point of having a reverse switch on a screw in type? Would it just loosen it?