South Bend fishing reel - parts list enclosed in packaging - however, no parts are available for reel - what is the purpose of the parts list then

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From: Allen Meltzer [Email User]

RE: South Bend fishing reel - parts list enclosed in packaging - however, no parts are available for reel - what is the purpose of the parts list then

Just bought a new fishing reel by South Bend, manufactured in China.

Had a parts breakdown enclosed.

Parts are not available for any of these reels.

Why the parts list?