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What is the smallest Ambassadeur reel?

Ambassadeur 2500C
The Ambassadeur 2500C, a small casting reel capable of handling fine lines & light baits, was first produced in 1975….Additional information.

Weight3.4 lbs
Dimensions8.8 × 1.2 × 11 in

What are Ambassadeur reels good for?

Look to the Ambassadeur® C4 Round Reel for one of the fastest Round Baitcast Reels on the market, ideal for casting large lures. Salmon, muskie and striper anglers love it (bass anglers who want to cast extra-large swimbaits or crankbaits do too.)

When did Abu become Abu Garcia?

Garcia was then also marketing another famous brand of reels the Mitchell spinning reel from France and has been doing so since 1947. However, in 1980 the partnership between Abu and Mitchell S.A. of France dwindled and Abu acquired the New Jersey based Garcia Tackle Company and changed the name to Abu Garcia.

Which Abu Garcia reels are made in Sweden?

Models Made In Sweden Abu Garcia re-launched their iconic round reels in 2014. C4 C3, Pro Rocket, and Morrum are made following the legendary models of Abu Garcia reels. They have all been revamped with new updates and exciting features.

Is Abu Garcia a person?

ABU Garcia, originally AB Urfabriken, then ABU Svängsta, is a fishing reel and fishing equipment company founded in Sweden, and is now owned by Pure Fishing of the United States.

When did the Abu Ambassadeur 1500C and 2500C reels come out?

The Ambassadeur 1500C and 2500C described in this section refers to Small Ambassadeur reels produced from 1989 till Present (for Small Ambassadeurs produced before 1985, please refer to Classic Abu Ambassadeur, Ambassadeur 1500C & 2500C Series ).

Are there any problems with the Ambassadeur 2500ci?

With these mass production happening, some issues arise from the initial batch of Ambassadeur 2500CI produced in 1996 where problems associated with out-of standard spool and drive-shaft were evident. These problems were soon overcame within the next year or so after Mamiya-OP returned many of these out-of-standard reels and have them replaced.

What happened to the small Ambassadeur?

With the absence of Small Ambassadeur from the global market for about 4 years, her production resumed in 1989. By this time, the rights to market Abu products in Japan had been transferred from Ebisu Fishing to Olympic.

How big is the gear ratio on a small ambassdeur?

Small Ambassdeurs produced in the Pure Fishing era is often sighted with Large ABU emblem, 5-Prongs Straight Cut Star-Wheel, 4.7:1 gear ratio, ‘Oil’ stamped handle retainer nut and round handle knob pin light those used in the classic years.