1. The greatly improved No-Bend Handle Blank is made of 7075 Aluminum. The strenth of 7075 is more the 5 times the strength of normal 6061/63 aluminum used in fishing reel products. Additionally, the extra long NoBend blank is about 3.75" in length, Center to Center.
2. Molded Plastic Knob has a 9 degree off-set; bearing is NOT included and NOT needed.