#2867, "RE: Shimano vs. Abu Garcia" In response to In response to 4
I don't know any about ABU Garcia except that they are owned by Pure Fishing (Berkley). I have had a little experience with Pure Fishing's customer service and wasn't too impressed. If their reel service is anything like some of their other departments I'd pass on the Garcia.
The bottom line is most companies make good reels but so far I haven't found anyone who can touch Shimano's service.