Hardy Crank Wind Fly Reel 2 1/2" 14' Includes the original satin bag

Includes the original satin bag showing only light wear as well as the original tube

the butt section has a cracked node between the top guide and the ferrule

Japanned fly box - 7 7/8" x 4 7/8" x 1 1/4"

Made in the late 1990's

waiting to dart after his next meal

Hardy Crank Wind Fly Reel 2 1/2" 14' Includes the original satin bagFor sale here is a 2 1 2" diameter Hardy dark bronzed crank wind reel. From early 1890s with nicely waisted crank handle and tapered, domed ebonite handle. Constant click check in both directions and no undue play. All pillars and foot appear to be original and in good order. A good example of this early Hardy reel with "Enclosed oval" logo. The dark colour and unmarked foot suggest this reel spent a lifetime in a cupboard. This reel is no longer for