Hardy Block Leather Reel Case

Hardy Block Leather Reel CaseFor sale here is a Hardy Brothers block leather reel case. Maroon interior baize lining. Buckle in good shape. Stitching solid throughout. Slight leather loss around buckle and on strap. Case made to fit a Hardy Perfect 3 1 8" reel perfectly. Handle length opening is 0. 65" Leather inscription reads: Hardy Bros. Ltd Makers Alnwick Eng

This is a nice reel with most of the original leading left

has a frame diameter of 3 5/8 " and capacity of WF8F and 100 yards 18# dacron backing

Very straight and a good ferrule fit

The Gunnison is a true modern classic known for its dependability and ruggedness

Disclosure on all of the "original" Catskill flies here on my website: I did not see these people tie these flies

To maintain a jewel-like quality and to provide you with a reel that will last a lifetime all the parts are expertly hand buffed and meticulously assembled

The bright nickel silver ferrules are size 13/64 with an excellent fit

The rod includes the original bag with hang-tag and stiffening dowel and original tube with brass fittings

MKII check with one engageable pawl and one spare

each with a different taper profile

For sale here is a pre-fire Leonard Tournament Model 51DF bamboo rod -- 9 feet long

a lot more than most cane rods at the time