This is the brand new Record Series Reel, just released by Abu Garcia for 2006. It is destined to become the new flagship reel for Abu Garcia – bridging the gap between the Morrum and the C3 and C4 reels. Resurrecting the name given to their first reel, made in 1939, Abu Garcia has designed a totally new, totally dependable, and totally beautiful piece of fishing gear.

In a review by Tackletour.com, they raved, "The record is probably the best reel we’ve seen introduced by Abu Garcia since the Morrum, and a worthy winner of our Editors Choice Award. …this is a reel that goes back to the roots of what made Abu great in the first place – quality Swedish design, first-rate materials, a high level of performance and refinement, all at a reasonable price."

Three right-hand models are currently available…the Record 40 – similar in size to a 4600; the Record 50 – similar in size to a 5600; and the Record 60 – similar in size to a 6600. At this time, no left-hand model is available.

All three models have these great features:

• Four ball bearings

• Two roller clutch bearings for exceptionally smooth casts and retrieves

• Stainless steel construction, with brass components for superior durability

• New carbon matrix star drag system for total fish control

• Six-pin centrifugal brake

• Corrosion-resistant middle gear bearing

• Lightweight vented spool

• Swedish-cut, crowned brass gearing

• Chemical nickel-coated levelwind

• Thumbar line release

• Over-sized handle paddles

• Beveled edges

• Soft rubber thumb rest

• Laser-etched logos

• Made in Sweden