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The drag clicker does not operate when the knob is removed, because it's the knob that activates it via these two protrusions (red arrows)

To save money some manufacturers use cheap quality internal mechanisms, or materials that just dont cut it

Youll also need to use the appropriate transducer, rigged straight and at the proper depth, to get true pictures at all speeds

The Live Pointer is now available in three sizes to allow the angler to more accurately "match the hatch" in any fishing situation