I have two Ambassadeur 6500C reels ... one from around 1972 and the second picked up around 1994. These are high-speed retrieve models and both have worked flawlessly. Paired with an 8ft Fenwick graphite rod I've landed Reds, Silvers, and Kings (up to 45lbs) with 15lb mono. They are my "go to" reels for Salmon and Steelhead in the river.

Dave
Sticks and stones may break my bones ... but hollow-points expand on impact.