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Offline Wompus Cat

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First Version ZEBCO 33
« on: April 29, 2025, 02:44:30 PM »
  THE Very FIRST of the FAMOUS MODEL 33 was made with ALL Metal Components other than the Lil Black Knobs on the Handles.
 They also had Beveled Gears.
Started in 1953 Suggested Retail was 19.95 ( Todays inflationary value would be (238.95)
 
BUT with today's SO CALLED  vastly improved Manufacturing Techniques ,Materials and mass marketing the Newer Versions can be
STILL BE BOUGHT FOR AROUND 22 BUX. WHICH WAS AROUND $1.67 in 1953 WHAT  ????!!!!

NOT the same Quality in my opinion and most certainly doubtful to be around in
75 years  Just Sayin ::)


Now the First ones had NO Anti Reverse


 contrary to most info .

Later Versions had A/R




 THERE are some pretty Rare Versions where the Spinner is PLASTIC. I only seen photos of them  while I have some without the ANTI-Reverse.
  Now the story continues for over  75 MORE YEARS so far  and dozens of Changes to follow .
Pix and stuff coming soon and please Feel Free to add info and pix you may have.
« Last Edit: May 02, 2025, 04:43:23 PM by Wompus Cat »
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