Hardy Crank Wind Fly Reel 2 1/2" 10'6" The males ferrule slides measure

The males ferrule slides measure 15/64 while the cane itself measures 11/64

Nice agate stripping guide

Stamped "13" throughout

Serial number 1751

Hardy Crank Wind Fly Reel 2 1/2" 10'6" The males ferrule slides measureFor 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