Hardy Uniqua Fly Reel 3 1/8" 8'6' Weight 9 ounces

Weight 9 ounces

Abel reels are known for being durable

#7 of only 27 made

the reel is badged for Von Lengerke and Detmold in New York

Hardy Uniqua Fly Reel 3 1/8" 8'6' Weight 9 ouncesA very nice and rare early Hardy Uniqua fly reel, 3" in diameter and set up for the typical RHW. This is one of the early pre 1912 Uniquas that has the straight pillars and caliper check (a similar example is pictured in John Drewett's masterful book on Hardy reels). Superb overall condition with the leaded finish nicely intact and no major issues to note. One end of the long brass foot has a very subtle and gradual bend to it, you'd miss it unless