Hardy Crank Wind Fly Reel 2 1/2" 8'5" Super-Z ferrules and western style

Super-Z ferrules and western style cigar grip

so this tip has been restored at some point

which is titled "Copper John"

Screws are in excellent condition

Hardy Crank Wind Fly Reel 2 1/2" 8'5" Super-Z ferrules and western styleFor 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