Johnson Reel Collectors Assn. (J.R.C.A.) since 10/10/14
Johnson 710 Models - Sabra Action in a smaller size => Model 710 Graphite (1985-1988) => Topic started by: Huckster37 on April 14, 2017, 03:01:05 PM
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Check the last picture.
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Is the 720 one of the reels renumbered and sold in Canada?
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Gary, I think you're right about the 720 being marketed in Canada. Great disassembled views of the two models! I have two Graphite 710's, one of which will be on a rod next spring. Looking forward to using it for bass on Table Rock Lake!
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That is my guess. Every part is identical except for the number on the decal. I've seen a Sabra 555 once on ebay which could very well be a Sabra 545. I tried to buy it but it went for more than I was willing to pay. I posted the ebay pictures of the 555, link below.
http://www.johnsonreels-online.org/index.php/topic,774.0.html (http://www.johnsonreels-online.org/index.php/topic,774.0.html)
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What intrigues me is what appears to be some sort of inventory code number on the side badges in addition to the model # (sort of like the inventory numbers on Johnson reels sold and labeled as Montgomery Wards/Hawthorne on earlier Johnson models). Makes me wonder if the Johnson Company at that time worked a deal with a single retailer/distributor in Canada to sell their reels for them rather than dealing with and selling through multiple outlets. Would make sense for them cost wise selling across the border.