Abu Garcia 6500C3 Ambassadeur C3 Baitcast Round Reel (3 Ball-Bearing, Gear Ratio 5.3:1, Capacity 14/245)

by Abu Garcia

Product Features

• Right-hand retrieve baitcast round reel with free spool baitcast design
• Allows for superior accuracy and long-distance casting
• Stainless-steel roller delivers instant anti-reverse hook-setting power
• Ultra-smooth Carbon Matrix drag system; 5.3:1 gear ratio
• Spool capacity of 14 pounds/245 yards (mono); weighs 11.3 ounces

Product Description

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One of the best-selling baitcast reels of all time, the Abu Garcia Ambassadeur C3 round reel is valued throughout the world for its durable construction and smooth performance. Round baitcast reels incorporate a free spool baitcast design that allows for superior accuracy and long-distance casting. The design helps you fish with confidence, knowing you have a stainless-steel roller bearing to deliver instant anti-reverse hook-setting power. The C3 also includes such features as an ultra-smooth Carbon Matrix drag system; a 5.3:1 gear ratio; a chemical nickel-coated level-wind system; and a six-pin centrifugal brake. This version of the C3 offers a right-handed retrieve.

Specifications

• Gear ratio: 5.3:1
• Inches per turn: 25.5
• Retrieve speed: Standard
• Spool capacity (mono): 14 pounds/245 yards
• Spool capacity (braid): 30 pounds/330 yards
• Hand retrieve: Right
• Max drag: 15 pounds
• Weight: 11.3 ounces

About Abu Garcia
Originally a watch factory, Abu Garcia was founded in Svangsta, Sweden, near the Morrum River in 1921. Founder Carl August Borgstrom was a clever craftsman with a talent for light precision engineering. The company originally manufactured pocket watches, telephone timers, and taxi meters until World War II, when the demand for taxi meters sharply declined. Undaunted, Abu Garcia redirected its skills toward the development of precision fishing reels, eventually receiving the honor of being chosen "Purveyor to the Royal Swedish Court"--a distinction bestowed upon a select group of manufacturers who consistently exceeded the court's high standards of quality and craftsmanship. Abu Garcia remains firmly committed to maintaining its industry leadership position by providing anglers everywhere with the highest-quality, most-innovative products.

Product Description

AMBASSADEUR® C3 Baitcast Reel The Best-Selling Baitcaster Ever, Smooth casting action of two stainless steel ball bearings, Stainless steel roller bearing delivers the solid hook setting power of IAR, Right and left hand models Six pin centrifugal brake, Chemical nickel coated level wind system, New Carbon Matrix drag.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7 x 6 x 7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000CSSRPK
• Item model number: 6500C3
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #23,898 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)
  • #12 in Sports & Outdoors > Hunting & Fishing > Fishing > Reels > Baitcasting Reels

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Bulletproof Performance, July 6, 2006

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SevereWX (Florida, USA) - See all my reviews
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My Abu-Garcia 6500-C3 has been going strong for over 15 years now without any problems. It's just as strong and smooth as the day I bought it.

The reel is built with quality, durability, and ruggedness in mind. Handling it lets you know that you're holding a reel that won't let you down. I've winched in some huge channel cats on this reel without any problems. It handles everything from light monofilament to heavy braids with equal ease. Casting is smooth and trouble free so long as you do your part, and retrieval is just as smooth.

The only area of improvement that the reel could use is to upgrade the drag discs. Though the drag is fairly smooth, it could use some extra smoothing out and more hold when cranked all the way down. This is not a big deal as upgraded drag discs are readily available, and it's best to change out the drag washers every year or two anyways.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars expected better for the price, December 28, 2011

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Ahmad A. - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Abu Garcia 6500C3 Ambassadeur C3 Baitcast Round Reel (3 Ball-Bearing, Gear Ratio 5.3:1, Capacity 14/245) (Sports)

this reel had some problems mainly casting distance & line retrieve speed.frankly I expected better for the price,nevertheless i did land a 40 lb black drum using it.after using it 3 times the handle that secures it to the rod broke off. I decided to send it to Abu Garcia to fix. I still think it's worth it but it may be wise to invest in a better reel if you can afford the price tag

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Reel!, August 21, 2011

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the_Jay - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Abu Garcia 6500C3 Ambassadeur C3 Baitcast Round Reel (3 Ball-Bearing, Gear Ratio 5.3:1, Capacity 14/245) (Sports)

This Reel is what you would expect from a Swedish Made product. Easy to use, already caught 2 Sockeye Salmon on the Fraser River with it.