One of the first model produced under the distribution of Mamiya. With huge quantities produced, these Ambassadeur 2500CI were also considered easier to find as compared to her cousins. However, not many of these original boxes survived over the years.This is the first CI model (produced by ABU for Independent Dealers) and was not fitted with a Gold ABU Emblem. Gold ABU Emblem was an icon for all CI model produced in 1996 and 1997.A round Counter Balance fitted only on some of the CI models.
Established in 1987 with her Headquarters in Kyoto, the Popeye Angler’s Shop produced a total of 2,000 red Ambassadeur 2500CI Popeye Specials in 1999. A ‘POEYE EDITION’ notation shield on the right Sideplate.Produced in 1996, these Popeye Special s were marketed in 1999.The schematic diagram that came together with this Red Ambassadeur 2500CI Popeye Special.
Gold ABU Emblem; an icon for all CI model CI model (produced by ABU for Independent Dealers) in 1996 and 1997.Produced in 1977.A schematic diagram printed only for the Red Ambassadeur 2500CI produced in 1997. This schematic diagram was sighted with a 80mm Twin Knob Power Handle (#24058) instead of the Counter Balance Handle (#5210) found in the “06 00” schematic diagram.
These belonged to the initial batch of Ambassadeur 2500CI produced in 1996 where problems associated with out-of standard spool and drive-shaft were evident. These problems were overcame within the next year or so.Gold ABU Emblem; an icon for all CI model CI model (produced by ABU for Independent Dealers) in 1996 and 1997.Produced in 1996.
A Limited Edition Ambassadeur 2500CI with limited numbers produced. Each of these piece was serialized (the serial number on this piece was masked). A black matching handle with champagne knobs.Produced in 1996.The schematic diagram that came together with this Gold Limited Edition Ambassadeur 2500CI.
A Limited Edition Ambassadeur 2500CI with limited numbers produced. Each of these piece was serialized (the serial number on this piece was masked).A black matching handle with champagne knobs.Produced in 1996.The schematic diagram that came together with this Gold Limited Edition Ambassadeur 2500CI.
These belonged to the initial batch of Ambassadeur 2500CI produced in 1996 where problems associated with out-of standard spool and drive-shaft were evident. These problems were overcame within the next year or so.Gold ABU Emblem; an icon for all CI model CI model (produced by ABU for Independent Dealers) in 1996 and 1997.A round Counter Balance fitted only on some of the CI models.Produced in 1996.While the Part Number of #23090 was used for the Green Ambassadeur 2500CI Handle, this part Number was really meant for the Straight Counter Balance instead of the Round Version, hence Part Number for this Round Counter Balance Handle never exist.
These belonged to the initial batch of Ambassadeur 2500CI produced in 1996 where problems associated with out-of standard spool and drive-shaft were evident. These problems were overcame within the next year or so.Gold ABU Emblem; an icon for all CI model CI model (produced by ABU for Independent Dealers) in 1996 and 1997.Produced in 1996
These belonged to the initial batch of Ambassadeur 2500CI produced in 1996 where problems associated with out-of standard spool and drive-shaft were evident. These problems were overcame within the next year or so.Gold ABU Emblem; an icon for all CI model CI model (produced by ABU for Independent Dealers) in 1996 and 1997.Produced in 1996.
