AJH wrote:

Abu made the Cardinal spinning reels for Zebco, In the later 70's or
early 80's Abu marketed a Abu Garcia Cardinal which was made in
Japan..they were black, with skirted spools and of high quality.. I
have 2 Abu Cardinal 3's, I don't use them any more because of small line
roller which causes line twist..IMO todays reels are much better..

AJH,

thanks for the info, I appreciate it. I just hate to buy from China, do you

recommend a brand?

thanks,
BD