I know you're lurkin' out there somewhere ;) Here's the link to a pic of this new reel.

http://www.outdoorsshow.com/photos/abuchrocket.JPG

Steve Barratt is checkin' on availability - might only be able to get the handle and sideplates - but that's ok! You can make your own from another Abu reel! LOL! Right now, Abu is only selling the reel in the Japanese market...

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Gowge, this post repeated itself a couple times... removing the dupes....
Thanks, John R

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Gowge, have you heard anything more on the mag upgrade to the 7000/7500? Cost, features...
Other alternatives to souping up a level-wind 7000????
Thanks,

John R
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BTW-what's steves url???