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:
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Four ball bearings
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Two roller clutch bearings for
exceptionally smooth casts and retrieves
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Stainless steel construction, with
brass components for superior durability
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New carbon matrix star drag system
for total fish control
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Six-pin centrifugal brake
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Corrosion-resistant middle gear
bearing
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Lightweight vented spool
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Swedish-cut, crowned brass gearing
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Chemical nickel-coated levelwind
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Thumbar line release
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Over-sized handle paddles
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Beveled edges
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Soft rubber thumb rest
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Laser-etched logos
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Made in Sweden