Abu Garcia Ambassadeur 4400 C4 Winch

[Angler Don]

anybody have any thoughts or opinions on this one ? I understand the Winch is a 3.8 : 1 retrieve vs the standard 6.3:1 ratio C4. Suitable for muskie fishing ? Decent spool control & drag ? I have been using a baitcaster for years. I have a chance to get a new one for free if it is worth it's weight. Thanks for any input !

Don

[fishbreath]

I thought I was going on the light side when I bought a 5500 C-3 this year instead of my usual 6500. What kind of line capacity does it have. Hey if its free you have nothing to loose.

[Random guy]

Heck if its free get it and give it a shot and see what happens. You can never have to much free stuff!

[danlk]

free is a good thing but a free 6500 or 7000 would but be GREAT. YEP FREE IS GOOD. DLK.

[minnesotamusky]

I've been looking for that reel for some time now. Where did you find it?

[Angler Don]

Yes, free is good, indeed. May as well order it and get what I get ! My employer had an award program last year, in which points are earned, then used to make purchases from a catalog. This is likely what I'll pick out. It claims a large diameter spool, 4 stainless steel bearings, instant anti reverse, a non slip spool, and swedish cut brass gears. Unsure of line capacity, I believe it is either 205/12 or 245/14. It may even be a 2 speed reel with both 3.8 & 6.3 ratios ? The description lacks a few details. I'm sure it's worth a go.

Thanks, Guys !

Don

[Angler Don]

lonewolf22 why are you looking for this one in particular ? Had any luck finding one yet ? Think it's worth a hoot? More like a musky or bass reel ?

[minnesotamusky]

I went down to the Abu Garcia outlet store in Spirit Lake a few months ago looking for a lower geared reel. The guy there told me about this reel, but he wasn't sure they even made them anymore.

[10,000 Casts]

As far as line capacity goes........ I can't imagine that you could get more than 65 yards of 50-10 Power Pro, if it came down to it maybe a small diameter Fireline might work if u pack it tight. I think that it is more of a free walleye reel than a muskie reel, but a slower gear ratio is nice for casting bigger cranks. If you don't like it sell it on hsolist or something.