piscicidal Posted September 23, 2013 Posted September 23, 2013 Robert and I would like to announce that we are now selling our 102mm swept handle. You may have seen a few of these around...we've been selling some on pre-order basis. We now have our inventory and website complete so we are announcing the 102mm swept handle for general release. This handle is longer, lighter (24grams!) and less bulky than the original 94mm long "Hawg Handle". We did not compromise strength, though...this handle retains the "zero flex" characteristic of the original Hawg Handle. Actually, we have a video of Robert running over the carbon fiber profile with his truck/boat and the handle doesn't budge (don't try this with your JDM handle!) The new swept handle from Hawg Tech is now for sale on our website. Just go to https://www.hawgtech.com/category/hawg-handle and click your reel at the bottom of the page to get started. It is available in six anodized colors to match your rod and/or reel. These color options are now available on the website as pull down menu options. As always, if you have any questions/comments send us a note at support@hawgtech.com. Thanks! Mike and Robert Hawg Tech, LLC 2 Quote
Super User J Francho Posted September 23, 2013 Super User Posted September 23, 2013 That handle is sweet. Actually, we have a video of Robert running over the carbon fiber profile with his truck/boat and the handle doesn't budge (don't try this with your JDM handle!) 5 Quote
Super User SPEEDBEAD. Posted September 23, 2013 Super User Posted September 23, 2013 Will a handle for the 301E fit the 301D? Any idea on a handle to fit the Daiwa Lexa 300L? How about round reels like the Cardiff? Sorry if the questions seem uninformed. I dont know much about them other than how to use them. LOL Quote
piscicidal Posted September 23, 2013 Author Posted September 23, 2013 Speedbead, We definitely fit the Curado 300/301E and the Cardiff. We have not yet verified fit on the Lexa, but I am 99% certain we fit it. If you have a Lexa and would like to verify fit for us, we could probably work out a deal for you on a new swimbait handle... Quote
Super User SPEEDBEAD. Posted September 23, 2013 Super User Posted September 23, 2013 I like deals and I just happen to like swimbaits. 2 Quote
Super User slonezp Posted September 23, 2013 Super User Posted September 23, 2013 I'll vouch for the quality. I own 6 or 7 of the original handles. My son said to me this past weekend "You have a lot of cork" I think cork looks classy. 1 Quote
JD96 Posted September 23, 2013 Posted September 23, 2013 Can y'all please make one with rubber handles? Quote
Bass Junkie Posted September 23, 2013 Posted September 23, 2013 Can y'all please make one with rubber handles? The knobs posts accommodate standard Shimano knobs, so you can use your septon Power Grip knobs on the handle 1 Quote
piscicidal Posted September 23, 2013 Author Posted September 23, 2013 Can y'all please make one with rubber handles? As Bass Junkie noted...you can buy a handle without knobs ($49 straight/$59 swept) and put your Shimano knobs on the handle. We include everything needed to convert your stock Shimano handle to carbon fiber (bearings, mounting screws, retainers, end caps, etc...). This is a very inexpensive way to experience the benefits that a carbon fiber/4X bearing handle can give you. 2 Quote
Super User SPEEDBEAD. Posted September 23, 2013 Super User Posted September 23, 2013 Speedbead, We definitely fit the Curado 300/301E and the Cardiff. We have not yet verified fit on the Lexa, but I am 99% certain we fit it. If you have a Lexa and would like to verify fit for us, we could probably work out a deal for you on a new swimbait handle... Sent a PM. I'm down. Quote
curtis9 Posted September 23, 2013 Posted September 23, 2013 I don't see the CI4 as an option. Is there another reel to select to get a handle that fits? Quote
Bass Junkie Posted September 23, 2013 Posted September 23, 2013 I don't see the CI4 as an option. Is there another reel to select to get a handle that fits? If you are referring to the new Shimano Chronarch CI4+, Shimano low profile reels from the 50 size footprint to at least the 200 size footprint all use the same drive shaft size, so you should have no issue finding one that fits Quote
Super User J Francho Posted September 23, 2013 Super User Posted September 23, 2013 If they have one handle that fits a Shimano, then they pretty much have them all covered. Th differences lie in the cap nut, and whether you reuse it or substitute something else. 1 Quote
Super User J Francho Posted September 23, 2013 Super User Posted September 23, 2013 How about Pinnacle? This would really dress up an Opitma LTE nicely. Quote
Super User Darren. Posted September 23, 2013 Super User Posted September 23, 2013 We have not yet verified fit on the Lexa, but I am 99% certain we fit it. If you have a Lexa and would like to verify fit for us, we could probably work out a deal for you on a new swimbait handle... Would be interested in a handle for the Lexa 100, too. I imagine there'd be quite a savings in weight? Quote
Super User SPEEDBEAD. Posted September 23, 2013 Super User Posted September 23, 2013 I'll be letting you all know very, very soon. 1 Quote
Super User SPEEDBEAD. Posted September 23, 2013 Super User Posted September 23, 2013 I'll be letting you all know very, very soon. Quote
piscicidal Posted September 23, 2013 Author Posted September 23, 2013 I don't see the CI4 as an option. Is there another reel to select to get a handle that fits? Curtis9, Yes, just select Curado 200E7 and you will get the correct hardware kit. Or send me an email at support@hawgtech.com and I will get your order together manually. Mike Quote
piscicidal Posted September 23, 2013 Author Posted September 23, 2013 How about Pinnacle? This would really dress up an Opitma LTE nicely. Yes! I have a Pinnacle Optimus LTE. I will try and take some pictures tonight with the new handle. Pretty sweet looking setup! Quote
John G Posted September 23, 2013 Posted September 23, 2013 I will be getting 4 swept without knobs when I get the cash. Would it be possible for you guys to post a pic of the gold? This particular handle would be going on a Calcutta 100B. Thanks Quote
piscicidal Posted September 23, 2013 Author Posted September 23, 2013 Would be interested in a handle for the Lexa 100, too. I imagine there'd be quite a savings in weight? Like I said, I haven't got my hands on a Lexa yet, but I would bet that we save a lot of weight. This new handle only weighs 24 grams (assembled, with cork knobs) Send me a note at support@hawgtech.com. Let me know you're DarrenM from the forum. Thanks! Mike Quote
piscicidal Posted September 23, 2013 Author Posted September 23, 2013 I will be getting 4 swept without knobs when I get the cash. Would it be possible for you guys to post a pic of the gold? This particular handle would be going on a Calcutta 100B. Thanks John, I will try and put up a picture with a Calcutta later. I can tell you that the "light gold" matches the Calcutta perfectly! In fact, the color matching for our light gold anodizing was done using a Calcutta reel as the template. Quote
John G Posted September 23, 2013 Posted September 23, 2013 John, I will try and put up a picture with a Calcutta later. I can tell you that the "light gold" matches the Calcutta perfectly! In fact, the color matching for our light gold anodizing was done using a Calcutta reel as the template. Thank you Quote
Grantman83 Posted September 23, 2013 Posted September 23, 2013 Here is my Chronarch D with the gold to match the spool...sweet setup with this handle...smooth as butter 1 Quote
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