Hardy Crank Wind Fly Reel 2 1/2" 5'6" Original cordura case included

Original cordura case included

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Gold rims and drag adjuster

The butt section sports a beautiful #8 Perfection stripping guide

Hardy Crank Wind Fly Reel 2 1/2" 5'6" Original cordura case includedFor sale here is a 2 1 2" diameter Hardy Bronzed Crank Wind reel from the early 1890s with nicely waisted crank handle and tapered, domed bone handle. Constant click check in both directions and no undue play. All pillars and foot appear to be original and in good order. An excellent example of this early Hardy reel with clean crisp "Rod in Hand" and "Enclosed oval" logos and a superb patina.