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Abu Garcia AMB.6500 Striper Black
Abu Garcia
Reels · 2024

Abu Garcia AMB.6500 Striper Black

The Abu Garcia AMB.6500 Striper is a legendary baitcasting reel, fully reissued in 2024 from the original 1979 blueprints.

$348.78

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About this piece

The Abu Garcia AMB.6500 Striper is a legendary baitcasting reel, fully reissued in 2024 from the original 1979 blueprints. This Factory Tuned Black edition delivers the iconic Striper drag system and classic aesthetics that bass and striper anglers have long coveted.

Key features

  • 5.3:1 gear ratio for powerful line retrieval
  • 6-ball / 1-roller bearing system for smooth operation
  • Striper drag mechanism reproduced from 1979 specifications
  • Reinforced gear side cover with internal brace plate
  • 383g weight for a solid, durable feel
  • PE capacity: 5-200m, 6-170m; mono capacity up to 255m of 0.35mm

Best for

  • Striper fishing in freshwater and light saltwater
  • Anglers seeking a vintage Abu Garcia design with modern durability
  • Casting medium to heavy lures and live bait

Specs

Baitcasting Reels
Release Year
2024
Handedness
Right
Model Code
AMB.6500
Weight (g)
383
Gear Ratio
5.3:1
Bearings
6/1
Max Drag (kg)
7
Retrieve / Crank (cm)
65
Line Capacity (Mono)
0.35mm/255m, 0.405mm/200m
Line Capacity (Braid)
PE 5-200, 6-170
Saltwater Rated
No

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