Product Description
Hardy 1329256 HREUN005SP29 Drag Click Spring
The Hardy 1329256 Drag Click Spring (Style No: HREUN005SP29) is the small, high-tension internal spring responsible for the tactile and audible feedback of the drag system. Located within the regulator assembly of modern Hardy disc-drag reels, this spring provides the outward force required for the Drag Click Pin (#1329259) to snap into the detents of the drag knob.
Without this spring, the drag regulator would spin freely without any "clicks," making it impossible to gauge resistance settings by feel or sound. Made from high-grade tempered spring steel, it is designed to maintain its "memory" and tension through thousands of drag adjustments.
Product Specifications
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Part Name: Drag Click Spring / Regulator Detent Spring
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Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 1329256
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Hardy Style Number: HREUN005SP29
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Material: Tempered Stainless Spring Steel.
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Function: Provides tension for the audible drag adjustment clicker.
Models This Part Fits
The 1329256 spring is a standard component for the "Large Arbor" and "Cassette" reel families. It is a direct OEM fit for:
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Hardy Ultralite DD Series: 3000, 4000, 5000, 6000, 7000, 8000, 9000, 10000
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Hardy CLS Series (Cassette Latching System): 5000, 7000, 9000
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Hardy Ultralite MA DD (Mid-Arbor): All Sizes
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Hardy ASR Series: 4000 through 9000
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Hardy MTX / MTX-S Series
Technical Note: This is Part #32 on most Hardy technical schematics. Because of its tiny size and high tension, this spring frequently "jumps" out during disassembly of the drag knob. Always perform maintenance over a tray or cloth. You can find the exact assembly orientation at www.reelschematic.com.
Key Features
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Consistent Tactile Response: Carefully calibrated tension ensures that every click feels identical, providing the premium "Hardy feel" during adjustment.
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Corrosion Resistance: The stainless steel alloy prevents the spring from weakening or snapping due to rust, even if moisture enters the regulator housing.
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High Memory Retention: Engineered to resist "taking a set" (permanently compressing), ensuring the drag click remains crisp for the life of the reel.
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Precision Fit: Sized to fit perfectly within the internal bore of the regulator knob, preventing mechanical binding.
Maintenance & Lubrication
The click spring operates in a tight, enclosed space where salt and old grease can cause it to stick. To ensure the spring remains responsive, we recommend using Deuthlon high-performance lubricants:
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Smooth Compression: Apply a drop of Deuthlon Reel Gear Oil directly onto the spring and into the housing hole. This polarized oil ensures the spring compresses and expands without friction or "crunchiness."
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Moisture Protection: A tiny dab of Deuthlon Power Grease on the end of the spring where it touches the click pin will prevent vibration-induced wear and create a secondary waterproof barrier for the internal mechanism.
