Penn Int. drag washer question

[28sstony]

What year did Penn start using the Dura Drag setup? How can you tell the difference between the dura drag and the older HT100 setup?

[tightlines58]

Good morning.....Penn has been using the Dura-drag system for about 4 years now (give or take a few months).I find it to be a much better drag system compared to the older HT-100 drags.They hold up longer and don't seem to lose much of a drag range even after a few full seasons of heavy fishing. The material/surface looks just about the same.The surface on the Dura-drags looks and feels a bit more raised and is of a harder substance than the HT-100.Plus the surface is slightly greased to maintain the drag under saltwater use better and to allow for a more smooth and consistent drag.Also,the Dura-drag should be combined with the rotory-tuned metal drag plate as a set.If you any questions,please feel free to contact me.

Take care......Tom

Thomas Blecker/Service Dept.
Penn Reel Mfg.
(215) 229-9415 ext-181
cell (215) 500-2026

[28sstony]

Thanks, do the dura drag washers have a part # stamped in them anywhere?

[ElMar2530]

Is this the Dura Drag??

[ReelSmith]

Yes, that's the dura drag.

[tightlines58]

Good morning....They don't have a part number stamped on them,but for reference,the part number would be #117DN-50 for your 50 Internationals....#117DN-30 for your 30 class reel and so forth.You can always pull up a schematic at our website....www.pennreels.com..... or feel free to give us a call if you need any help.

Take care.....Tom

Thomas Blecker/Service Dept.
Penn Reel Mfg.
(215) 229-9415 ext-181
cell (215) 500-2026