THIS IS AN ABU GARCIA AMBASSADEUR No. The earliest handle nut version for this model would have a round top and "oil" stamped once on it. ORIGINAL/REPRODUCTIONS: Plates, Decals, Handles, etc. The Record Ambassadeur Reels began its Research and Development as early as the late 1940s, with production of the Record Ambassadeur MOD SG model finally released to the European markets in 1952 for a span of 2 years. 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Red Abu Ambassadeur No. My web page is dedicated to classic-era Ambassadeur only. One of the ingenious feature was the use of spherical bearing; the first of its kind. Thanks to a gentleman collectorfrom Japan,I receivedpictures of#188623. This is an example of a 5000A with gray arbor/black flange spool. By this time, the rights to market Abu products in Japan had been transferred from Ebisu Fishing to Olympic. After our conversation, he sent the reel to me for inspection and cleaning. Abu Sweden ambassadour 5000b Serial number 750604 whats it worth?? The collector will find some reels that didn't reflect that change immediately. Ambassadeur 5000C (black) clicker knob (no sliding button switch) double grip . There were at least three systems used for foot numbers - yours looks like the final system: 80 - 1980 Please view all the pictures and ask any questions. 1994: Aritmos sold ABU Garcia to Proventus (again another Swedish conglomerate). 1. I don't know how long you've had the reel, but sometimes folks will replace parts as needed over the years. There are three types of lot number arrangements used to identify the month and year a reel was mfg 'd. 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. I wouldn't have discovered this reel if it hadn't been for Simon Shimomura's dedication to the Ambassadeur and his books which are so inspiring. What is meant is very simple. Interesting Facts: The original stamp used for the initial production of Record Ambassadeur MOD SG had some flaws; a break at the C horizontally beside the 2nd Horizontal Stroke of the E of the RECORD Logo). Second type: MMYYXX.month, actual year, revision. By tightening the knob to a desired tension, you could apply drag washer pressure against the drive gear assembly which is similar to the conventional star drag wheel. Reproduction stickers are easily obtained on eBAY. 2015 is a transitional year so the "7" hook font can be found on some of his items. Carriage screw nut (part #2234) isdiscontinued for 2nd series 2000and the reader will notice other part modifications or exclusions all together. This is a very rare 5000C De Luxe 4-screw model. Although never engraved with "A", 5000A is listed for the first time in Garcia's 1957 catalog. Designation for Thumbar is also in the second digit such as 6600C. ABU Garcia Ambassadeur Mag Plus Graphite? Any views or opinions represented in this website are based on the website owners research with the various references and belong solely to the him. This will date the reel some time between 1962~mid 1964. The 1750, 1750A, Abu 3000, Amb. The mechanical change for the 6000 wasthe addition of a bait clicker and themove from 4-screw to a 3-screw frame was the design change. I invite you to visit Tom Jacomet's https://lurelore.com/website whichhosts my ABU information page. 6000 has grooved rim side plates with newer style take down knobs which is more common to beveled rims. As many will know, the Record Ambassadeur 5000 was designed by ke Murvall, starting in the late 1940s. Information in this segment does not apply to model numbers higher than 6600C. This reel is engraved "ABU" and was mfg 'd. The 2500 was a direct drive model along with the 2000 and 2050. The information in this section is meant to bring attention to part detail for classic-era models only and the collectible affect it may have on them. They produced lavished catalogs (mainly in Japanese) with high quality images, informative description and details; the company soon shot to fame, distributing a total of 105,000 small Ambassadeurs in 31 different designs over a span of 7 years. ABU would not simply throw away old stock parts. The 5500CDL below is a forgery. This means they never received a design change during their short production life span. , ABU frames and other parts could be purchased through ABU Warranty Service Centers scattered across the country. Wow, it was a thing of beauty, and it was mineall mine! Virtually all known have beveled rims and either mushroom or screwdriver style takedown screws. Again, look closely and you willsee the friction washer as shown in the 1969 parts schematic for this model. Of course, this is for reels that have no rash or scratches. Roman Numeral markIIis foundinside both side plates, frame and brake plate. #760903 had three design changes and is now the fourth version. Last updated on Feb . Sometime in 1953, the "MOD SG" mark was removed from the lower left side plate which leads us to the American version. 1 SG Sfariska Glidlager. Abu Garcia Serial Number Lookup ((TOP)) - Wakelet. I won't get into the 1970s models since your reel is earlier than that. by fishbugman Wed Mar 21, 2007 4:18 pm, Post 5001C lot numbers can be read using the second and third type code respectively. It comes with a 562g weight and 4.1:1 gear ratio, which means it can handle a range of aquatic fishing applications. Those stamped "oil" once, will soon replace it. ", "Incidentally, ABU has missed a lot of entries into the record book of production for other models but this is not one of those cases. Below is a brief history on how ABU started. Here's an excerpt taken from Simon's latest book, The Mystique of Ambassadeur, Its Unexplored Stories. 1988: Inventive sold ABU Garica to Aritmos (another Swedish conglomerate). Search for: Search. The 5000Balso shared sequential serial numbers withthe 5000 and 5000A modeluntil late 1971 when lot numbers took over and serial numbers were discontinued. Smooth foot for all ABU models ended in late 1972 with the new and improved foot with dimples around its lot number. This example may be one of the very last one's mfg 'd in this style as its lot number indicates it was made in November 1981. Later, the handle armwas lengthened a bit and machining of the counterweight was no longer needed. There simply is no room or page spared to enter numbers 1~231.". 5000De Luxe was neverdelivered with a counter-balance handle (#9219),only the small twin knob type.(#5179DL). 5000 De Luxe with serial number 9995. Left side plate part #2293 fit models (2000 2nd series), 2050, 2500, 2600 and 2650. The following details are comprehensive, but not exclusively limited. This was a great moment for me. I also have an ABU Ambassadeur 55000 C it is silver with high speed can you give me an i dia of its worth. 1880: Henning Hammarlund a successful inventor, scientist and author visits Svangsta looking for a good location for his future watch factory. Would like help in dating an Ambassadeur 5000, New to forum, so not sure how to post pics yet, but will start with description, Pillar screws with slightly rounded heads. In the late 1970s, ABU introduced its high speed model with the Thumbar. The same mark is found on the brake plate's bridge which is the metal piece that straddles over the free-spool dis-engage button. To my knowledge, no one has ever stepped forward with confirmation of a 5000 De Luxe carrying a serial number larger than #10 but smaller than #232. If your reel has #1, 3, 5, 7, 10..it should fall between 1959~1961. Those were first used in 1965 and foot numbers had already taken place by mid 1964. I have a ambassadeur 5000c the number on the foot is 760604. its black and ABU Ambassadeur no.5000 serial number 312885 value. All reproduction handles will have a flat post pin. The 6000 model was never stamped with serial numbers but is seen with all three lot number date codes. This design masterpiece was however put to a stop due to Second World War. Simon Shimomura side plate manufactured before 2015 have "7" hook font. 1978: Lennart Borgstrom moved to United States to try and save to ABUs most important market. I've been recording serial numbers on different models for quite some time now and this was the lowest number I had ever seen for 5000C De Luxe. *ABU started the use of Serial Numbering System on Ambassadeur 5000A sometime between late 1955 to April 1956. Acetone will melt it. More about these two reels can be found in my discovery of the 4-screw 5000C De Luxe near the top of this page. 1964: ABU introduced her first Ambassadeur 3000 reel. If you can not, its definitely a serial number. There are variables to consider such as production model, limited models and year(s) made with and without "7" hook font. Wish you well in your collection and Tight Lines Always. Earliest lot number I've recorded for 5000C. Normally a parts design change would have prompted the version number to change but this didn't happen until January of 1973. Some of the lot numbersareseen withrevision numbers "01"and "02." You will always use a Q-tip cleaning your parts, so use caution around the edges of your stickers. Serial numbers are being mixedasboth models are being made at this point. Started 15 hours ago, By The fact that I'm predominately a field collector means I don't have most of the rarest reels but here are a few of my favorites. Some of the information provided here was from my dear friend Simon Shimomura. In this a One-Stop website, you will gain insights of the histories and also featured photos of these Fine Fishing Equipment of the various models; Enhancing your Collection and Increasing your overall fishing experience. The only way to give you an exact date of manufacture would be to check the reel foot number with the shipping records from the factory. This is an engineering marvel of its time, with many patented feature. Are there in fact, another221 individual items withsequential numbers between #11~#231? Dip the Q-tip and then squeeze the excess Acetone from it to keep it from running onto the sticker. 5000 MOD SG, Record Amb. Lot number 751100 is the earliest production date found for this model. Secondly, ABU would not throw away 24kt gold 4-screw frames. The information given hear has been practiced on every reel in my collection and includes the expensive presentation models which are plated in 24KT gold. There are several physical aspects to consider but for simplicity purposes, the cog wheel post and quick take-down thumb nuts are two items the collector should easily be able to identify. This reel was . Fishing. Chuck. Casting Reels. Yeah, the handle is definitely not original. What year did they make the switch from the flat top screws, to the partially rounded top screws? This new, red casting reel was designed with the latest high-tech features such as the Centrifugal Brakes and Star Drag. Because of this, collectors can not be certain the frame is original on early 6000 models before lot numbers. 1954: The Ambassadeur went on display at AFTMA show in Conrad Hilton Hotel, Chicago. Simon anodizes hisplates in colors known to match those manufactured by ABU and champagne gold is one of them. Handle style is correct and handle nut has the oil port. The black synthetic leather cases came in three styles. The serial numbers on these reels started with #1. The first use of a serial number may have started in late 1955 or early 1956 and was used only on the 5000 model during the 1950's. "ABU" engraving is well left of the spool cap. . Engraved with it's model number, it was not serialized but stamped "Made in Sweden" on the foot. In order to reasonably determine that the frame may be factory original, I've listed 5 major exterior parts below that should be checked first. series handle for the 2000 (part #2240) had a small rectangular hole cut to fit the drive gear's shaft (part #1710B.) I've seen one other 6000 like this and my friend, noted historian Mr. John Cox of England, knows of one other as well. Serial 592068. ", 1Spool tension cap with oil port (1958~1961), 3Counter balance handle/ball shape counterweight with large white knob (1958~1965), 4Counter balance handle/bullet shape counterweight with black twisted knob (1965~), 6Star drag with chrome skirt and friction washer (1965~), 7Flathead pillar screw "left side plate" (1958~, 8Slightly rounded pillar screw (1965~), 9Spool with gray arbor/red flange (1958), 10.Spool with black arbor/red flange (1959). This too changed and the more common 2050 handle (part #5179) with its oblong shaped hole was used. Frames can not be swapped without you knowing it due to its version number. Attentionmust be given to the counter-balance handle seen in the upper right hand corner of the schematic. One Way To Help Judge Fishing Rods - Look At The Handle. 0 bids. "Production and shipping record for this model starts with serial number #232. Foot number: 13001349. famous ABU Ambassadeur 5000 which has a number like 118158 which Numbers would soon run out, due to world wide popularity. Note that the reel carries the friction washer which ties it to the 1969 schematic for 5000 De Luxe. If you own a 5000C with serial number between 35064 (4-screw) and 35158 (3-screw) please contact me using the address at the top of this site. 5000C..Introduced in 1967, this was the first model mass produced with "C" engraved beside the model number. The last two numbers "00" would reflect the number of revisions made to the reel which are none in this example. To date, it's the only one I'veconfirmed as originalwith 2xxxx asthe startingdigit. My serial number research and supporting 6000C evidence continues to lead me to January 1968 as the date of the frame change. This official crest of the high honor was granted to ABU and has been the symbol of ABU products since. In some cases,colors match ABU's as well. If you have any questions, need an appraisal, or wish help with your reel or have additional information, you can reach me at this address: f_ribb@centex.net. GENUINE ABU GARCIA REEL PARTS Item(s) Description: 1 New Abu Garcia- Ambassadeur 4000. I suggest you spot test first before using this product. The typical ABU 6000was fitted with a 50mm star drag. For approximately the first eighteen months of production, the 5000C was delivered in a 4-screw frame until January 1968 when all ABU frames changed to a 3-screw version. This rare beauty is owned by my dear friend Billy Taylor who also collects Ambassadeur. It wasn't untilthe mid 1970's thatthe counter-balance handle wasusedfor American market 5000C. I also a ABU AMBASSADEUR MODEL 5000 REEL WITH THE SERIAL NUM By entering this site you declare Started 5 hours ago, By abu garcia ambassadeur 4500 C in very nice condition. ABU (), 1949: Ake Murvall , 1951: ABUABUHM KONUNGENS HOVLEV, ABUABU, 1952: Record Ambassadeur 5000 MOD SGDrag, 1954: Ambassadeur AFTMA, 1955: ABUABU 444 Record Ambassadeur 5000, 5000A, and 6000 models Ambassadeur , *ABU1955195645000A, 1956: Garcia ABU Abu-matic, , 1962: Ambassadeur De Luxe was ABUAmbassadeur 2000, 2500 2600, 1964: ABU Ambassadeur 3000 reel. Ambassadeur ABUAmbassadeur 2050 26505000B, 1965: Cardinal ABUAmbassadeur 5000X 1750, 1967: ABU 4 3- , 1969: ABU Haldex Halmstad 5,000 Ambassadeur 6000C reels , 1971: ABU , 1972: Ambassadeur 5500C and 6500C ABUSmoothDimples, 1973: Ambassadeur 4000. #100702 dates this reel to October 1967. This can be noted by opening the cover page of a Garcia Fishing Annual. joeray9283. by fishbugman Wed Mar 21, 2007 10:07 am, Post If you have a 4-screw 5000C De Luxe please contact me so I can continue my research on them. The need to serialize was so ABU could keep better track of production. Colors like Gold (or champagne), Blue, Red and Green were included into the family together with the CI model which was produced only for Independent dealers. Note the poor attempt at gold plating a common 5500C frame with lot number 760903. Around mid-1990's and beyond, ABU production used both "7" font versions. 2nd series side plate. Below is the earliest known serial number for Record Ambassadeur 5000. I don't know if the composition make-up of plastic in later reel models were changed up, so I strongly recommend you test it before cleaning. 5000 and 6000 models were experiencing transitional changes during the early years. 1949: Ake Murvall is hired as the Production Manager and Chief Designer. The spool is gray arbor/red flange with red anodized star drag. Production for this model began in June 1966 and was introduced to the public in 1967. Email me with questions and I'll be glad to help you. 4000, 6000 (C) 8000 and 9000 can be found with the earliest date code arrangement. prize or commemorative reel or something. Confirmed shipping record information for serial number #500275 shows it was shipped from the factory on July 05, 1965. This was ABU's only left-handed model made during the classic years of 1952~1979. Started January 23, 2014, By The love for their Rich History and Fine Engineering Design got me into this collection. Dating Early Abu's 5 figure numbers XXXXX given to the Record Ambassedeurs. Using the 3 types of date codes below, see if you can make the first two group of numbers represent a year AND a month. ABU GARCIA AMBASSADEUR 4500 C in very nice condition - $271.31. Lot number 740500 has no design changes. I've tried to find it on the internet but it is very confusing. He was very kind to me as he explained what was wrong with a 5000 I found in the field. #010876 - Lowest 3-screw serial number known by me as of July 2017. This may be the earliest 1st. The actual serial number is #10876. The stand up display card and box top are interesting items. The left plate is Simon Shimomura's. 1896: The First Halda Taximeter was produced. No slide clicker button but has the same clicker knob with numbers. I was 17. Free shipping for many products! Since the inception of the Ambassadeur 2500C, she was distributed globally through agents and outlets for about 2 years until the yet smaller and lighter Ambassdeur 1500C was born. Note the tear drop or hook on the leading edge of his"7." Transitional reel's of notoriety are the non-ABU 5000 with neither ABU or Record engraved on the left side plate, the 4-screw version of 5000C De Luxe and the ABU engraved 6000 below.

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