I have a question about the Abu Garcia C3 Series.
I am looking to buy a C3 LH(4601) for my girlfriend. I noticed that the 6500 and the 5500 series have the button you have to push to dis-engage the spool. Is this the same for the 4600 series? I have seen some pics of the 4600 series with a Thumb bar. Any one who owns one or knows this info ? Thanks for any info.

I have 3 5500 C3 reels and and 2 4601C reels. The 4601C reels are Ultracast with thumb bar release. The push button on these are a weak point. Buy the 5500 or 5501 with the push button on the side, you won't be dis-appointed. I would not recommend the thumb bar model, only because the thumb bar is weak, and you stand the chance of hitting the thumb bar and free spooling while setting the hook

ok, thanks Spooled.

The thumb bars on the ABU's suck.Like mentioned above they are the weak point,in more then one way.Good luck,
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