Product Description
Hardy 1329258 Drag Click Pin (HREUN005SP30)
The Hardy 1329258 Drag Click Pin is a precision internal component designed for the drag adjustment mechanism of modern Hardy fly reels. This pin serves a dual purpose: it acts as a detent that locks the drag regulator knob into specific positions and provides the audible "click" that signals a change in drag tension.
Machined from hardened stainless steel to resist wear, this pin is essential for the tactile feedback Hardy reels are famous for. If your drag knob has lost its "click" or feels "mushy" and fails to stay in its set position, the 1329258 pin (or its accompanying spring) likely needs replacement.
Product Specifications
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Part Name: Drag Click Pin / Regulator Detent Pin
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Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 1329258
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Hardy Style Number: HREUN005SP30
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Material: Hardened Stainless Steel
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Function: Provides audible and tactile indexing for the drag regulator knob.
Models This Part Fits
The 1329258 pin is a core part of the "Large Arbor" drag architecture used across Hardy’s high-performance ranges. It is a direct OEM fit for:
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Hardy Ultralite DD Series: 3000 through 10000
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Hardy Ultralite MA DD (Mid-Arbor) Series: All sizes
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Hardy CLS Series (Cassette Latching System): 5000, 7000, 9000
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Hardy ASR Series: 4000 through 9000
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Hardy MTX & MTX-S Series: All sizes
Technical Note: On most modern Hardy schematics, this is identified as Part #33 or #30. It is frequently confused with the Push Pin (#1329259); however, the Click Pin is specifically designed with a rounded or conical head to interface with the detents in the regulator knob. You can verify the exact assembly for your reel at www.reelschematic.com.
Key Features
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Audible Feedback: Engineered to produce a crisp, rhythmic click, allowing for precise drag adjustments in low-light conditions or during a fight.
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Wear Resistance: The stainless steel is hardened to prevent the tip from flattening, ensuring the "click" remains sharp for the life of the reel.
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Secure Detent: Helps prevent "drag creep," where the vibration of a running fish might otherwise cause the regulator knob to loosen or shift.
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Precision Machining: Guarantees a smooth travel within the pin housing without binding or sticking.
Maintenance & Lubrication
The drag click pin is a high-vibration contact point. To ensure it doesn't seize and to keep the adjustment knob turning smoothly, we recommend using Deuthlon high-performance lubricants:
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Detent Smoothness: Apply a tiny dab of Deuthlon Power Grease to the tip of the pin where it contacts the regulator knob. This specialized grease prevents metal-on-metal wear and provides a much smoother, higher-quality feel to the adjustment.
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Pin Movement: Use a single drop of Deuthlon Reel Gear Oil inside the housing hole before inserting the pin and its spring. This ensures the pin responds instantly to its spring tension and prevents salt/grit from "freezing" the mechanism.
