Vintage 1970 Zebco Cardinal 4 Spinning Reel – 047000 Sweden

This early Zebco / ABU Cardinal 4 dates to April 1970 and falls within a documented transition period in early Cardinal 4 production. Cardinal collectors recognize the 047000 production run for changes in reel identification and side-plate configuration, with the reel-foot number serving as an important identifier.

This example carries the “Product of Sweden” reel-foot marking and represents an early-production Swedish Cardinal 4 from the model’s first year in the U.S. market.

Condition: Good vintage cosmetic condition with honest age and use wear. The dark green body shows scattered paint loss, scratches, and edge wear. The cream spool housing has scuffs, small chips, spotting, and age discoloration. Metal components show normal surface wear and patina. The Cardinal 4 / Zebco badge, Swedish crest, Saltwater-Proof marking, Product of Sweden marking, and 047000 production number remain visible and legible.

Please review all photos closely for exact cosmetic condition.

Details

Brand: Zebco / ABU

Model: Cardinal 4

Type: Vintage spinning reel

Made in Sweden

Reel-foot number: 047000

Date code: April 1970

Early transition-production example

Product of Sweden marking