Founded at tulsa, oklahoma, in 1949, zebco is a major manufacturer of fishing equipment. Picture 1a went with what was written about the reel and so on. Picked up a new book out by karl white at the carthage tackle meet, called, zebco, the family reel, the first 30 years. Founded as a cotton factoring business, the company heritage includes operating diverse businesses in the textiles industry, farm implement manufacturing, row crop and livestock production, wholesale supply businesses meeting the needs of industrial and building contractors, retail. Todays zebco 33 authentic is still patterned after the original 33. This was about 29% of all the recorded reels in the usa. The zebco 808 heavy fresh water, light saltwater reel embodies these qualities. The model 11 was the third reel made in 1953 also and remained in production until 1972.
Its from the book zebco, the family reel by karl t. He has a study that was done years ago, not sure of the year, that found that zebco had 65 percent of the spincast market share. It began with the invention of backlashfree fishing reel by a rotan, texas, watchmaker and itinerant inventor named jasper r. Zebco omega z03 spincast reel, spincasting reels amazon. The improved line management system makes the reel much more efficient, for better casting, improved line retrieve, and more positive control. White wrote a book titled zebco the family reel the first 30 years. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and. Zebco 606 family spincast reel by zebco at fleet farm. Do you know where to get a copy of karl whites book, zebco, the family reel. We have low prices and a great selection on all spincast.
This gives me the opportunity to share fishing experiences with you, and help you and yours create a fishing memory you wont forget. Blue rod medium action and reel is a zebco legacy 33l. In it he used a coding system that linked the picture of a model reel to the verbage written in the book. This has the original reliable durable metal zebco reel. In it he used a coding system that linked the picture of a model reel to the verbage. Zebco s allnew spyn reels feature a continuous antireverse system, aluminum spool, and super tough titaniumnitride plated bail wire and line roller. Zebcos 808 spincast combo is a quality combo packed with features. Zebco reels can last for decades, but only with proper. Granted, they are relatively cheap by todays standards for reels, but they are by no means disposable. The history of the fishing reel the best of the reel news, 19912015 hardcover editioninternational. Everything still works perfectly, and it spins smoothly and quietly. In his quest to find a backlashfree reel, he took a model south bend casting reel, altered it with two spools and supposedly made a backlashfree casting reel. Graphite master 641 fishing reel w zebco rhino carbon 6ft pole.
This book will be prized by anyone who has ever cast a line out over the water on a cool, still morning. Featuring an 808 reel with a thumb button anchored to the body of the reel, the angler is provided with a much more solid feel. Zebco 808 bigwater spincast combo dicks sporting goods. Dick has been working for 6 years with danny wolf to put out a zebco book. Its about seeing new sights and experiencing things with friends and family for. Apr 30, 2015 the zebco 909 is a good reel that is about the size of the 33. The most reel families were found in the usa in 1880. The history of the fishing reel the best of the reel news, 19912015. Vintage zebco baitcasting rod reel combo model 4060 5 6 medium actionclean this is a super clean rod reel combo for its age. Get the best deals on zebco vintage fishing reels when you shop the largest online selection at. By the end of the trip my family had affectionately dubbed the zebco 808, the industrial crank. He says that karl whites book, zebco, the family reel, the first 30 years, is full of misinformation, which he has proof of. It originally had a 16 point spinner head with a brake ring on the front which was later replaced by a 2 ceramic pickup pin spinner head. Thanks again to doug at whfo, me and several of my family members matched wits with big northern mountain bass over the last two weeks using the zebco 808.
New for 2019, the zebco bullet is now available as a combo. The 2piece rod is made from a heavyduty z glass blank for longlasting durability. Dell hull walked into the tulsa offices of the zero hour bomb company in 1947 with an invention that would make zebco reel oilfield history. I dont think he intends to change of his book from reel to real in his next edition of the book.
Autoplay when autoplay is enabled, a suggested video will automatically play next. Zebco s allnew spyn reels feature a continuous antireverse system, aluminum spool and super tough titaniumnitride plated bail wire and line roller. The reel is still in very good condition as i have took many photos for you to see below. Do you know where to get a copy of karl whites book. Last edited by cwscarl schultz on tue jan 18, 2005 5.
Zebco omega z03 spincast reel, spincasting reels amazon canada. The first reel zebco produced was known as the standard made in 1949, for four to six months. Well, consider that the bullet incorporates exclusive patentpending technology that makes it faster than a 6. Spincast reels, also known as, closedface reels, are commonly used by. Zebco 33 authentic spincast rod and reel combo bass pro shops.
No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Fishing is about spending time with family and friends, and with you and your friends. Zebco offers the best in fishing gear including fishing rods, fishing reels. This page is for people who like the old zebco 33 reels, and other zebco reels, when they were made in the usa.
The reel family name was found in the usa, the uk, canada, and scotland between 1840 and 1920. I know clinton beeler was going to write a book, but seen this one and picked it up. A spincast reel is a fixedspool fishing reel utilizing a conical cover that encloses the spool and helps to control the fishing line. Aug 12, 2014 the zebco 808 heavy fresh water, light saltwater reel embodies these qualities. A spincasting reel vs baitcaster or spinning reel is like an automatic transmission vs manual. Product title zebco quantum cabo spinning reel average rating. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Very shortly we will have access to much more information both text and pictures with respect to the abugarciazebco relationship in the usa.
Zebcos allnew spyn reels feature a continuous antireverse system, aluminum spool and super tough titaniumnitride plated bail wire and line roller. Prime members enjoy free twoday delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, tv shows, original audio series, and kindle books. Its about seeing new sights and experiencing things with friends and family for the first. Early history of the reel family this web page shows only a small excerpt of our reel research. All metal gearsstainless steel pickup pinsauto bait alertbuilt in hook keeper payment detail we accept payment by paypal. Do you know where to get a copy of karl whites book, zebco. Picked up a new book out by karl white at the carthage tackle meet, called, zebco. With our famous easycasting zebco 33 triggerspin paired with a durable zglass rod thats perfect for going after panfish, catfish and bass at your favorite spot. Another 95 words 7 lines of text covering the years 1598, 1669, 1630, 1695, 1689, 1640, 1703, 1689, 1646, 1691 and 1667 are included under the topic early reel history in all our pdf extended history products and printed products wherever possible. Reels produced by famous manufacturers are shown, including j. One of the metal eyelets guides needs to be rewrappedsee last photo no biggie. Find thezebco 606 family spincast reel by zebco at fleet farm. Red rod made in china, reel is a model 33, made in usa. Apr 18, 2011 a spincasting reel vs baitcaster or spinning reel is like an automatic transmission vs manual.
The newest model of the zebco 33 authentic spincast reel features many improvements over previous versions to make fishing easier and more fun for everyone. Let reel fishing guides set you up for fun and success. Ur never gonna get good with a closed face spincast reel. By 1956, reel manufacturing had become so important to zhb that it ceased production of oil field materials and changed its name to zebco.
Appropriately named bullet its faster than all spincast reels. I have been fishing since i tangled the line on my first zebco 202. The relationship between zebco and abu marked the first time that zebco had. Zebco fishing reels are the most popular reels in history. I cannot ship to hawaii, alaska, po boxes or military addresses. Theres also a beautiful view of the indoor pool from every angle, because thats the nucleus of the home, according to marks wife and colisting agent janet youngblood. Zebco 33 history gone outdoors your adventure awaits. Along the way, together well build memories to last ages. Unfollow zebco fishing rods to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. You are bidding on a zeobco legacy 44l this is a vintage 1997 brunswick zebco legacy. Because they can manipulate the gears and have a lot more touch than with an automatic. Johnson was next with 8 percent and everyone else has 1 to 4 percent.
In 1840 there were 27 reel families living in pennsylvania. Zebco the encyclopedia of oklahoma history and culture. Zebcos allnew spyn reels feature a continuous antireverse system, aluminum spool, and super tough titaniumnitride plated bail wire and line roller. Get the best deal for zebco vintage casting fishing reels from the largest online selection at. Google books lists it as zebco, the family reel the first 30 years. He has done extensive research on zebco and has been to the factory in tulsa repeatedly, in fact was there a few weeks ago he said. Collectible fishing reels by carl caiati, paperback. Product title zebco authentic spincast fishing reel 33k 10c cp3 average rating. Zebco history tells me the model 22 was the second reel zebco made, in 1953. It is as easy to change out the spool on the zebco omega as any standard spinning reel. Unlike spinning reels which sit below the rod handle, spincast reels are generally mounted above the rod. This micro triggerspin version is designed for light to ultralight situations.
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