I can tell you i beat the snot out of both convectors and accudepth reels for years before i had enough money to upgrade to saltist and tekotas. They are more than enough for the average fisherman. That being said, im not sure what you are using them for, but if its for wire divers find some used saltist 30’s, best drags on the market. They will save you fish guaranteed! Sent from my iPhone using Lake Ontario United