Strange Abu 10000CA

[MartinBest]

Hi All
Hope someone can shed some light, on my recent purchase. Just bought a unused "New" Vintage Abu 10000CA Unseen. It was sent to me from the middle of Sweden, "quite ironic", and was posted to me in Australia. I have owned four of these reels over my time, whilst it is 100% new and certainly unused! and in perfect condition.
Upon inspection i have noted two unusual characteristics.
The brake end plate is ribbed, indicating an earlier reel?
No reel foot Number, indicating " Parts Reel" ?
Slight difference in shade of black on both end plates?
All the chrome screws, parts are in factory condition, no indication of use of screwdrivers or other tools used, as if built in the garden shed.
Came with original Box,unused Oil, tool, Rod clamps, which i have fitted, as i intend to strap it to my Abu Atlantic 484 and catch Snapper off the Rocks.
Not concerned at all, just curios . Will try to download photos. Any help will be appreciated.
Many Thanks.

[MartinBest]

Hi Having difficulty, downloading photos. Email me so i can send you photos.

Many Thanks

[john elder]

Martin, pic loads are only three steps after you hit the “upload pics” tab:
1. Tap the “add files” button, which will take you to your computer to find pics

2. Tap the “upload all” button... when uploaded, each pic will show two urls, one for regular and one for thumbnail size

3. Pick the regular url for each and “submit”

Give a try!

John

[RonG]

Also, you have to be in "Full Editor & Preview" mode.

[MartinBest]