ABU Japan sometimes releases reproduction models of its old models, and this ABU Cardinal 3 reel is released only for Japan market in 2026, to commemorate the anniversary of the reel for 50 years in market.

Beige colored body is exactly the same as the first reel offered in 1975. Rotor is upgraded to turn without wobble by redesign using computer design system. Wook knob is installed with 2 ball bearings, to make the Cardinal 3 to have 5 ball bearings, the maxumum number of ball bearings in the long history of Cardinal 3 series reels. LRL line release limiter system to allow anglers to use this lines in comfort.

Please do not miss this rare re-production.

Stainless steel pinion worm gear.
Stabilized wood knob, supported by 2 ball bearings
Gear ratio 5.1:1, weight 225g, 5 ball bearings, line capacity 0.200mm(jp8lb us6lb nylon)-200m