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A New Reel From Hardy Made in Alnwick;
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Saw your post up on NAFF.
Interesting reel and it looks like it may have some sort of a drag system. Will give them 'credit' for not being 'bashful' in the asking price.
Interesting reel and it looks like it may have some sort of a drag system. Will give them 'credit' for not being 'bashful' in the asking price.
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The pictures on the website didn't give a peek at the inside so I'm not sure how it's regulated Fred. The reels produced in Alnwick are still pricy, as you saw on the forum I just took in another wide spool Perfect and am still happy with the reels.
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So hear you Ard.
An 'old reel' is what someone's willing to pay for same; usually not much. Old Hardy's? ... Name your price and you'll probably see a SOLD posting in minutes.
An 'old reel' is what someone's willing to pay for same; usually not much. Old Hardy's? ... Name your price and you'll probably see a SOLD posting in minutes.
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Pretty!
She sure is pretty, and I'll bet she sings a lovely tune!
She sure is pretty, and I'll bet she sings a lovely tune!
Single hand rod 63 years, Spey 12 years Fly tying 63 years
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Here is another look at the reel. I couldn't open Ards site.
At days Price the reel is $444.00 Canadian and $390.00 US Plus shipping tax etc.
Bjay
http://www.fishingmegastore.com/hardy-bros-duchess-fly-reels~24609.html
At days Price the reel is $444.00 Canadian and $390.00 US Plus shipping tax etc.
Bjay
http://www.fishingmegastore.com/hardy-bros-duchess-fly-reels~24609.html
The rivet head pattern on the back of the reel is identical to that on the new Made in the UK double pawl reels like the reversible Perfect and the Bougle.
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$622 for the 4in
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Spot on Eric.
What's not to like about that sexy 3 screw latch cover :smokin: Also, the fine knurling on spools palming rim.
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What's not to like about that sexy 3 screw latch cover :smokin: Also, the fine knurling on spools palming rim.
Not sure if this reel has fully caged frame? No pics illustrate, although you can clearly see a bridge. Wonder if it might be a partial 'cut away' like the ones they built for Pezon et Michel back in the day?
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I repaired the link and thanks for adding the picture. The website wouldn't allow me to transfer one but I see you got it
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Hi David,
It's a little more aesthetic than the Marquis series in my opinion. Any of these reels that are still being made in the UK are going to cost a bit more than other reels but they are the last of a dying breed. I haven't seen one hands on so I can't tell you how well they are made but I expect they are pretty well finished.
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