Yeah, the push-buttom-thingy had already given up some time ago. I didn't realize that it was only the end cap on the handle that was holding it together. Maybe a new push-button is the answer. Thanks for the tip.

I caught both fish with the ususal green/glo hotspot and gree hootchie, plus a herring strip. This strip makes a difference. About 65' down, and trolling pretty fast - 4 mph.