Is that two bearings in the handle assembly? I don't think I've ever felt like my Stradic handle didn't spin freely enough after getting a little lubricant.
I like the fast foward, but when it comes to new parts vs old parts, ya need to take just a lil more time, close up, and identification....otherwise it's just a guy who knows his reels.
Bearings size 1. 4x7x2.5mm x2ea 2. 7x11x3mm 3. 2x5x2.5mm 4. 3x6x2.5mm 5. 5x8x2.5mm 6. copper spacer (made in factory) , 12:54 that is optional parts, can be used back to original parts (NSK stainless steel bearing) www.nsk.com