Collecting Hardy Rods and Reels: a user database of Hardy fishing rods (1895-1984) and reels names

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Brand: Hardy
Model: Perfect
Description: Classic LHW Hardy Perfect in 3-5/8 in "NM" condition Circa 1980's and hard to find in this size! Just a few light rubs to the reels edge. Not a Problem what so ever the reel is 100% sound!!! Brown ceramic line guide with reel foot that looks new. I don't think she was fished more than a handful of times if at all! This reel is one of the all time great Steelhead and light Salmon reels. Again the has seen little action and now is the time to bring her to life. Very nice reel!

A E M Sussex Brook	Split Bamboo	2	8´	1929-1939
A H E Wood, No. 1, 2, 3	Split Bamboo	3	12´	1926-1952
Albert Victor	Split Bamboo	3	10 1/2´	1886-1921
All-in-one Combined Fly & Spinning	Split Bamboo	3	5 1/2´ - 10´	1912-1952
Anglo-Indian Mahseer	Split Bamboo	3	16´ , 18´	1886 only
Atlantic Canada Big Game	Glass Fibre	2		1981-1983
Avon Quest	Glass Fibre	2	10´	1966-1969
Aydon Fly Rods	Greenhart/Hickory	3	9´ - 11´	1923-1939
B.C. Ten Ten	Glass Fibre	2	10´10"	1975-1980
Baden-Powell	Split Bamboo	3	11´	1903 only
Badminton	Split Bamboo	3	12 1/2´ - 14´	1886-1908
Banty (Abercrombie & Fitch)	Split Bamboo	2	4' 4"	1966 (h40824c)
Ben Cairn	Glass Fibre	2	8 1/2´	1966-1967
Ben Hope	Glass Fibre	2	8´-8´9"	1966-1967
Ben Lomand Spinning	Glass Fibre	2	7´	1966 only
Ben More	Glass Fibre	2	8 1/2 - 9 1/2´	1966 only
Ben Nevis	Glass Fibre	3	12 1/2´	1966 only
Ben Screel	Glass Fibre	3	9´9"	1966 only
Beresford	Split Bamboo	1	6´	1906-1913
Best Quality Spin and Trolling	Greenhart	3	11´ - 16´	1885-1905
Booth Derbyshire Dry Fly	Split Bamboo	3	10´	1899-1914
Boron Fly	Boron	2	71/2´ to 10´ incl.	1983 only
Boron Reservoir	Boron	2		1981-1983
Boy´s Rod	Bamboo/Greenhart	2	9´ - 12´	1900-1928
Breadalbane	Split Bamboo	3	14´ - 16´	1894-1909
BSAS Combined Whiffing Deep Sea	Bamboo/Greenhart	3	11´	1894-1939
C S Composite	Greenhart/Split Bamboo	3	9´ - 20´	1894-1919
Captiva	Greenhart	1	6´10"	1923-1924
Captiva Tarpon	Greenhart or Hickory	1+Handle	7´2"	1905-1913
Carp	Split Bamboo	2	10´	1954-1955
Carpquest	Glass Fibre	2	10´	1966-1969
Casting Club de France (CCF)	Split Bamboo	2	7´ , 8´	1911-1961
Casting Club de France (CCF)	Split Bamboo	3	8´, 9´	1934 only
Celebrated `Guinea´ Fly Rods	Hickory/Greenhart	3	10´ - 12´	1885-1921
Celebrated Alnwick Greenhart	Greenhart	3	9´ - 20´	1886-1952
Champion Salmon Fly	Split Bamboo	3	17´9"	1897-1924
Channel Bass	Bamboo/Greenhart	3	12´	1914-1923
Coastmaster	Glass Fibre	2	9´	1969-1980
Composite	Greenhart/Split Bamboo	3	10´ - 20´	1885-1894
Composite Fly	Greenhart/Split Bamboo	2	9´ - 10 1/2´	1924-1952
Compressed Cane	Split Bamboo		up to 12´	1894-1903
Connemara Salmon	Split Bamboo	3	16´	1909-1934
Connoisseur	Bamboo/Split Bamboo	3	12´	1939 only
Connoisseur Double Built	Split Bamboo	3	11´ - 12´	1938-1952
Conquest	Glass Fibre	3	11´-12´-13´	1966-1969
Continental Special	Split Bamboo	2	6´8"-7 '7 1/2"-8´4"	1969-1972
Coquet Salmon	Split Bamboo	3	13´-1 1/2"	1937-1957
Coquet Sea Rod	Split Bamboo	2	8´ , 8 1/2´	1905-1957
Corbett Spinning	Split Bamboo	2	9´3"	1920-1957
Corsair Boat	Solid Glass			1964 only
County Spinning	Split Bamboo	2	8 1/2´	1960-1967
Crown Houghton	Split Bamboo	3	9´9" - 10´7"	1903-1969
Cyclist´s Rod	Greenhart/Split Bamboo	3	10 1/2´	1891-1924
Dapping Rod	Greenhart/Split Bamboo	3	17´ , 17 1/2´	1891-1957
Davy	Split Bamboo	3	8´ 9"	1930-1939
Decantelle Spinning	Split Bamboo	2	10 1/2´ #1-4	1914-1952
Deluxe	Split Bamboo	3	9´, 9 1/2´	1915-1957
Deluxe Double Built	Split Bamboo	3	8´ - 10´	1931-1939
Deluxe Salmon	Carbon Fibre	3	13´9"-15´4".	1984 -
Deluxe Smuggler	Carbon Fibre	6, 7 & 8	7´, 8' 2",-9´ 5"	1984 -
Deluxe Smuggler Spinning	Carbon Fibre	6 & 7	7´-8 1/2´	1984 -
Deluxe Trout	Carbon Fibre	2	7 1/2´-10 1/2´.	1984 -
Dipper	Split Bamboo	2	9 1/2´	1963-1965
Dorchester	Split Bamboo	3	9´9"	1908-1911
Driver Perfection	Split Bamboo	2	10´ , 10 1/2´	1894-1897
Eddystone Sea Rod	Split Bamboo	2	9´9"	1906-1914
Edward Louche	Greenhart	2	8´, 9´	1934-1939
Egret	Split Bamboo	2	8 1/2´	1963-1965
Endrick Pike	Glass Fibre	2	10´	1969 only
England´s Ideal Roach	Bamboo/Greenhart	3	11´	1913-1925
Esk	Glass Fibre	2	10´	1969-1980
Everyman Pike	Greenhart	3	10´	1934-1952
Expert	Bamboo/Split Bamboo	3	12´-13´	1955-1962
Extra Heavy Sea Rod	Bamboo/Greenheart			1899-1901
Extra Light Salmon	Split Bamboo	3	14´ - 17´	1907-1934
Fairchild	Split Bamboo	3	8´, 9´, 9 1/2´	1908-1957
Fairy	Split Bamboo	3	8 1/2´ - 9 1/2´	1903-1956
Farcast No. 1 & 2	Split Bamboo	2	5 1/2´	1937-1957
Farne Sea Rod	Greenhart	3	8´	1897-1939
Favorite Match	Carbon Fibre	3	12´-13´-14´-15´	1984 only
Favourite Spinning	Greenheart	2	7´	1938-1952
Featherweight Perfection	Split Bamboo	2	8 1/2´	1900-1957
Featherweight Roach	Split Bamboo	3	10´ - 11´	1914-1933
Featherweight Roach	Split Bamboo	3	11´	1929-1939
Fenquest	Glass Fibre	2	9 1/2´	1966-1969
Fibalite	Glass Fibre	2	7´ to 9´3" incl.	1976-1978
Fibalite	Glass Fibre	2	8´-8 1/2´-9´	1984 only
Fibalite Perfection	Glass Fibre	2 & 3	7´ to10 1/2´ incl.	1980-1983
Fibalite Salmon	Glass Fibre	3	12 1/´-14´	1976-1984
Fibalite Spinning	Glass Fibre	2	6´ to 10´ incl.	1974 only
Fire Crest	Split Bamboo	2	8-81/2-9-9´No. 2	1963-1965
Float Quest	Glass Fibre	3	12 1/2´-13´	1969 only
Fort Myers Tarpon	Split Bamboo	1+Handle	7´2"	1905-1913
Fred Buller Drifter	Glass Fibre	2	10´9"	1977-1980
Fred Buller Drifter	Carbon Fibre	3	11´	1981 only
Fred Buller Pike	Glass Fibre	2	11´	1978-1981
Fred Taylor Touch Ledger	Glass Fibre	2	9´	1978-1980
Fred Taylor Trotter	Glass Fibre	2	11´3"	1973 only
FWK Wallis All Round	Bamboo/Split Bamboo	3	11´ Nos.1,2,3	1934-1955
FWK Wallis Avon	Bamboo/Split Bamboo	3	11´ Nos.1,2,3	1934-1953
Gem	Split Bamboo	3	8 1/2´ - 9´	1885-1903
Gem Featherweight	Split Bamboo	3	8 1/2´ - 10 1/2´	1903-1939
General	Bamboo/Split Bamboo	3	13´	1926-1955
Glasavon	Glass Fibre	3	10´9"	1962-1964
Glaskona Beach	Glass Fibre	2	11´	1962-1964
Glaskona Expert	Glass Fibre	3	12´-13´	1962 only
Glaskona Light Sea Spinning	Glass Fibre	2	4´4"	1962-1964
Glaskona Pier	Glass Fibre	2	8´	1962-1966
Glaskona Spinning	Glass Fibre	2	6´10"	1961-1966
Glaskona Trout Fly	Glass Fibre	2	8´-8´9"	1961-1966
Glen Beg	Split Bamboo	2	9-81/2-9-no.1-9 -No.2	1966-1967
Glen Cassley	Split Bamboo	2	10´	1966-1967
Glen Cova	Split Bamboo	3	14´	1966-1967
Glen Etive	Split Bamboo	3	10´	1966-1967
Glen Farrar	Split Bamboo	3	8-81/2-9-No.1-9 ´-No.2	1966-1967
Glen Locky	Split Bamboo	3	12´	1966-1967
Glen Loy	Split Bamboo	2	9 1/2´	1966-1967
Glen Rinzie Spinning	Split Bamboo	2	7´	1966-1967
Gold Crest	Split Bamboo	3	8-81/2-9-9´No. 2	1963-1965
Gold Medal	Split Bamboo	3	10´ - 20´	1885-1967
Gold Metal with Steel Centre	Split Bamboo	3	10´ - 20´	1892-1957
Graphite Carp	Carbon Fibre	2	10´	1978-1983
Graphite Favorite	Carbon Fibre	2	71/2´ to 91/2´	1983 only
Graphite Favourite Carp	Carbon Fibre	2	11´	1983 only
Graphite Favourite Salmon	Carbon Fibre	3	121/2´-14´-16´	1983 only
Graphite Favourite Spinning	Carbon Fibre	2	7´-8 1/2´-10´	1983 only
Graphite Match	Carbon Fibre	3	12´-13´-14´-15´	1980-1983
Graphite Salmon	Carbon Fibre	3	11´ to 20´ incl.	1980-1983
Graphite Saltwater Deluxe Boat	Carbon Fibre	2	7´	1978-1980
Graphite Smuggler	Carbon Fibre	6	7´	1981 only
Graphite Smuggler	Carbon Fibre	7	8´2 1/2"	1983 only
Graphite Smuggler	Carbon Fibre	8	9´5"	1983 only
Graphite Spinning	Carbon Fibre	2	81/2´-10´-11´	1980-1983
Graphite Surfcaster	Carbon Fibre	2	12´,3-5oz,5-8oz .	1978-1980
Graphite Swing Tip	Carbon Fibre	2	9 1/2´	1980 -1983
Guinea Roach, Perch, Bream	Greenhart/Bamboo	3	10´ - 12´	1894-1912

Hardy Reels Names - Alphabetical Order

Hardy Reel Makers - Initials

Especially Rare and Desirable Special Order "The Hardy Zane
Grey" Big Game Reel with Fitted Leather Case. It was reported
that Zane Grey requested of Hardy to "produce the best big game
reel in the world", which resulted in the production of this reel,
constructed of Monel, which Hardy claimed to be the strongest
non-ferrous metal known. While offered in five standard sizes,
both the 7" and 8 1/2" sizes were only available as a Special Order.
This example, in outstanding condition, is a special order 7",
made to hold 1000 yards of #39 line, as indicated on the tail plate.
Also marked is "Made by Hardy Bros. Ltd, Alnwick, England".
Constructed with six pillars and a large star drag under the
sculpted handle. A click switch is mounted on the tail plate and
there is a wonderful insignia stamped into the handle's counter
balance weight. Includes the large fitted leather reel case with a
Hardy oiler, this outstanding condition combination is all original
with honest patina. Included is a letter from I. Blagburn, promotions
manager at Hardy from 1977 that was sent to the owner
to assist in providing history and a catalog page from 1930 featuring
the Zane Grey reel. Truly a great find. ($6,000-$8,000)

Early "Hardy's Pat. Perfect Reel" Marked Fly Reel.With a dia. of
2 1/2" and a 7/8" wide spool, this early 1896 check example is
marked with both the rod-in-hand logo and oval "Hardy Bros.,
Alnwick - Maker". With left hand threaded drum locking screw
and open race design with loose ball bearings (when opening up,
the bearings will scatter if tipped), this both large and small hole
perforated spool example has a smooth full length foot and
ivorine grasp as well as a strapped rim tension regulator.
In overall Ex condition. ($2,000-$2,500)

Hardy "Fortuna" Salt Water Reel.With a 6" dia., this sea reel features
the "Capstan Wheel" drag that replaced the star drag circa
1939, under the large dual grasp handle. The hard rubber grasps
are free from chips or cracks, with an overall grade of Ex
uncleaned. ($1,000-$1,500)

Hardy's Patent "Perfect Reel" with Early Check. This 2 1/2"
Perfect has an early check mechanism with strapped rim tension
screw. With small perforations on the spool and a left hand
thread spool screw, this circa 1894 to 1897 reel has a pinned foot
of smooth brass.With 12 ball bearings under the notched spool,
in about Ex original condition. ($2,000-$3,000)

Rare "The Silex Rex - Brit Pat No. 355949 - Made By Hardy Bros
Ltd - Alnwick, England" Level Winding Casting Reel.With less
than 100 reels produced from 1935 to 1937*, this rare level winding
casting reel from Hardy has a 4:1 ratio, a "Pat No. 272409"
marked ribbed brass foot attached by 4 screws to the solid frame,
dual hard rubber grasp handle and drag adjusting screw located
on the tail plate edge. A knurled tail plate mounted switch operates
the click on this Ex uncleaned example. A rare opportunity
to add a limited production reel to your collection. *information
obtained from FISHING TACKLE, A Collector's Guide by Graham Turner
($2,000-$3,000)

Hardy Hercules Trout Reel. This circa 1880's reel has a 2 1/2"
diameter, the smallest size offered and features an oval Hardy
logo with additional "Rod in Hand" logo on the face plate.
Intended to be a light weight reel, this offering from Hardy featured
a waisted foot and ivorine grasp.With a constant check, in
about VG+ condition. ($1,000-$1,250)

Hardy Bougle Duplicated Mark II Trout Reel. This circa 1917
reel has a 3" dia. and smooth brass foot. The aluminum finish is
in Ex condition with little sign of use. The rim control is without
the pre 1915 protective strap and there is a crackle finish ivorine
grasp. Overall, anexcellent example of a quality Hardy reel.
($2,000-$2,500)
Hardy "Uniqua" Marked Trout Reel. Having belonged to outdoor
writer Ed Zern, this boxed size 3 1/8" reel has corrugated
brass foot and two screw latch. Loaded with line and with moderate
wear normally found on a well cared for reel, in VG+ condition.
($300-$400)

From the Estate of Zane Grey is this Hardy Perfect Duplicated
Mark II Trout Reel. In the 2 7/8" size, this near new example of a
Hardy Perfect has crack free smoke colored agate set in a "Hardy's
Pat" German silver line guide.With rim controlled tension regulator,
this right hand wind example has a black handle grasp and
smooth brass foot. Coming in the original 2 piece cardboard box,
this Zane Grey reel from the Romer Grey estate has a near perfect
gun metal finish and is in overall Ex+ condition. ($2,000-$2,500)

Hardy Special Perfect Mark II Trout Reel in Correct Box. In 3
1/4" dia., this circa 1923-1939 reel is as new in a repaired box,
with great graphics. The brass foot is attached via two pins and it
features a rim tension regulator screw. With all original finish,
this lightweight reel made for dry fly fishing is in Ex+
condition. ($1,000-$1,200)

Leather Hardy Reel Case. Empty leather case that would have
housed a 7" Hardy reel. Zane Grey had originally scratched his
name in the top, later his son Loren crossed that out and inscribed
his name on the other side of the handle. Case is in fair, worn,
original condition. Also included is an oiler found in the case.
Hardy Brothers related items owned and used by Zane Grey.
($200-$300)

Hardy 3 7/8 The "St. John" Trout Reel.With a ribbed brass foot,
three screw spool latch and rim tension screw, this reel is loaded
with line and in VG+ condition with Hardy marked vinyl case.
($150-$200)

Hardy 3 3/4 The St. George" MK2 Trout Reel.With vinyl Hardy
reel case, this smooth alloy foot, rim tension screw and blemish
free agate line guide equipped reel has only surface wear keeping
it from excellent. Ready to fish with line and backing.
($150-$200)

Hardy 3 3/8" St.George Trout Reel.With 2 screw latch and problem
free agate line guide set in a German silver ring, this ready to
fish example has lots of external finish wear and comes with fly
line already loaded on. About VG with Hardy vinyl case.
($200-$300)

Hardy "The St. George" Fly Reel.New in Hardy vinyl case, this 3
3/4" dia. reel has a painted frame and spool, smooth alloy foot
and German silver enclosed smoke colored agate guide free from
defects. In Ex condition. ($250-$300)

Hardy 3 3/8 "The Perfect" Trout Reel. With riveted and ribbed
brass foot, rim control drag and minimal wear, mostly around the
rim and handle post, original finish with the usual edge wear,
about VG+ with a hardly used spare spool. ($200-$250)

Hardy "The St. George" Fly Reel. In 3 3/4" size, this reel comes
with spare spool, ribbed bronze foot and German silver and agate
line guide. The agate suffers from 2 cracks, but the finish is near
perfect on this Ex condition, fly line equipped example.
($350-$450)

Hardy 3 3/8 "The Perfect" Trout Reel. With pinned and ribbed
brass foot, rim control drag and retaining much of the original
finish with the usual edge wear, about VG+. ($200-$250)

Hardy 3 3/4" "The Perfect" Wide Spool Fly Reel. With ribbed
alloy foot and wide 1 3/8" spool, this gun metal finish reel shows
a few areas of surface wear and comes in an Abercrombie & Fitch
tall leather case. With rim tension control and spooled with fly
line, in about Ex- condition. ($400-$500)

Hardy "The Featherweight" Fly Reel. This 2 7/8" dia. reel has a
rim control drag and is loaded with line. In Ex condition.
($125-$175)

Hardy Husky Fly Reel.With silent check and ribbed brass foot,
this 3 3/8" dia., 1 1/8" wide spool reel has rear drag knob and is
set for right hand wind. In Ex condition. ($150-$200)

Hardy 3 3/8" St. George Trout Reel. This 2 screw latch, bluish
agate line guide reel has a smooth aluminum foot and rim control
tension screw. With some surface scratches, this reel comes
with a spare spool and is in VG+ condition. ($250-$300)

Hardy "Marquis No.10" Fly Reel. With rear mounted dial drag
control, this 3 3/4" dia. reel comes with a spare spool and is in
VG+ uncleaned condition. ($200-$250)

Hardy "The St. John" 3 7/8" Trout Reel. Corrugated brass foot,
rim tension screw and ebonite handle grasp are all present on this
VG condition reel with spare spool. ($150-$200)

Hardy 3 3/4 St. George MK2 Trout Reel. This smooth alloy foot,
rim tension screw and blemish free agate line guide equipped reel
is in Ex condition. The foot has been modified a bit and both reel
and spare spool come with Hardy vinyl cases. ($200-$250)

Hardy "The Zenith" Fly Reel. This 3 1/4" dia. reel has a silent
check and two screw spool latch. In Ex condition with rim control
drag and ribbed brass foot. ($200-$250)

Hardy "The Uniqua" 3 1/8" Trout Reel. This two screw latch reel
has a corrugated brass foot and minimal surface wear. Spooled
with fly line, in about VG+ condition. ($150-$200)

Hardy "The Elarex" Casting Reel with Original Box.Made with
an aluminum alloy, this level winding reel has a dual grasp handle
and checkered thumb rest. With several oil ports that Hardy
recommends using before the days casting, in Ex condition. Also
with a good condition box with complete strap. ($200-$300)

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7' Hardy "The No.3 Salt Water Rod". From the Franklin D.
Roosevelt estate. With Hardy stamping: "Steel Center", this rod
has a detachable mahogany handle, double roller tip top and a
front grip of what appears to be felt fiber soaked with glue for
durability. The varnish is original but rough, showing signs of
use. Personally owned by the 32nd president. ($400-$600)

9' Hardy Trout Rod. This 3/2 rod is in fair condition. Some wraps
need attention and are dry, with several guides showing light rust
spots. The screw up locking reel seat has been modified to accompany
a reel foot, but in so doing the Hardy stamp has been mostly
removed. F.K. Burnham is inked on the shaft. All sections are
full length except one tip, which is 1" short, and needs the top
guide reglued.With original Hardy bag and a Heddon 1930's era
tube. ($200-$250)

8' Hardy Palakona Trout Rod. This 3/2 rod is in average condition
with some varnish meltdown. It has small casting style
guides, agate stripper and tip tops, blued ferrules with a plunge
pin to lock them in place. Both ferrule plugs are present. All sections
are full and straight. With original Hardy bag and labeled
tube. ($250-$300)

9 1/2' Hardy LRH. This heavy 3/2 trout rod is in very good
restored condition. The original intermediate and guide wraps
were saved and the rod has been revarnished nicely. All sections
are full and straight, with both tips originally made 1 1/4" short
and carry agate tip tops which match the agate stripper. Original
rosewood ferrule plugs and aluminum ferrule protectors. With
the original labeled bag and an aluminum tube. ($250-$300)

8 1/2' Hardy Palakona "The Gold Model" Trout Rod. This all
original 3/2 rod is in excellent condition. The maroon wraps
secure casting style guides, the stripper is agate and the snaplocking
ferrules are blued. All sections are full and straight, both
tips made 2" short and include an agate insert in the tip tops.
With the original Hardy bag and a replacement tube.
($350-$400)

9' Hardy "The Frasier Economy Rod". This rod is in good,
restored condition. The original maroon wraps and intermediates
were saved and the lettering also. The sections are straight
and full length - tips, were made 1" short by Hardy. Both tip tops
have white agate inserts as does the stripper. The reel seat is aluminum
sliding band and cap. Two original ferrule plugs accompany
this rod. The bag has its label and the tube is a replacement.
($250-$300)

New 6' 9" Hardy "Continental #5" Trout Rod. A 2/1 rod in
unused condition, it still has the plastic wrapper on the handle.
The butt section is 31" and the tip is 50". A full Wells grip is complimented
with screw up locking reel seat with black plastic spacer.
The stripper has a clear agate insert. Comes with original bag
with label, and black crinkle-finished tube. ($300-$350)

7' Hardy Spinning Rod. This 2/1 rod is marked "The Wanless"
and is in very good plus condition, with one wrap that needs to
be replaced. The ferrules are blued and have the original plug,
and the guides are all chromed. The tip top has an agate insert.
The handle is lightly soiled. It comes with the original bag with 2
tags and the labeled tube. ($150-$200)

9' 3" Hardy LRH Salmon Rod. This 3/2 rod has been stripped
and refurbished but needs another coat of varnish. The guides
and wraps are new. With the original ferrule plugs, bag, tag and
labeled tube. ($250-$300)

9' Hardy Palakona "The Neil Rod". This 3/2 rod has green wraps
and intermediates with red double tipping and is in very good
condition. The sections are straight and full (with tips made 1"
short) and the guides are casting style. Both tip tops have clear
agate inserts. A 3" detachable extension butt accompanies this
fine rod. Included is the labeled Hardy bag and a replacement
tube. ($200-$250)

8' Hardy Wickham Trout Rod. This venerable 3/2 rod has been
restored, preserving the guide and intermediate wraps. All sections
are full, with the tips being made 1" short. They carry agate
tip tops which match the agate stripper. It has an all cork handle
and reel seat with a sliding band. Both ferrule plugs are present.
With early bag and replacement tube. ($250-$300)

9' Hardy Palakona "The Double Built Deluxe Rod". This 3/2
trout rod is in very good, restored condition. The original varnish
has been removed (except near the lettering) and the original
wraps saved, under a fresh coat of varnish. The guides are casting
style and the ferrules have a plunge pin to lock in place. Both tips
were made 1" short and have agate inserts in the tip tops which
match the agate stripper. With olive bag (not labeled) and
replacement tube. ($250-$300)

8' Hardy Palakona DeLuxe Trout Rod. This 3/2 rod is in excellent
original condition with maroon wraps over casting style guides,
olive intermediates, blued ferrules and a screw up locking reel
seat. The grip is a modified full Wells. The stripper and tip tops
are clear agate with one tip top having been crushed and needing
replacement. The sections are straight and the tops were made 1"
short. With labeled bag and plain tube. ($300-$350)

Hardy 9 1/2' Graphite Salmon Rod. This 4/1 rod is in very good
condition with only minor soiling of the handle and one small
area of light scratches on a mid section. It has a 4" detachable
extension butt and a bronze anodized screw up locking reel seat
with Hardy stamping.With the original bag and tube($200-$250)

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Vintage Hardy Bamboo Rod Tube.Measuring just under 63" long
x 2 1/4" in diameter. Has a leather cap above Hardy script.
($50-$100)

Rare Hardy Fly Chest. The front lid folds down to reveal ten
drawers, many fronted in tiger maple.Within the drawers are over
150 single and double hook flies, mostly in well used condition.
Inside lid has a Hardy Brothers metal label.Working lock and key.
The clasp on the leather case is in working condition and does
latch, though it is missing its key. 9 3/4" x 6 1/2" x 9", in excellent
condition with use wear.A beautiful example of an early 20th century
fly chest. ($2,500-$3,500)

Hardy Neroda Fly Box with Flies. Good overall condition, with a
couple of loose bars and minor soiling. Contains 50+ flies of various
styles and conditions. ($200-$300)

Hardy Neroda Fly Box with Flies. Fine overall condition.
Contains 25+ various flies. ($200-$300)

Hardy Neroda Leader Box. 4" dia., in good overall condition with
light scratching on the lid. Inserts are also in good shape.
($100-$150)

Hardy Landing Net. Nice vintage Palakona net marked Hardy
Bros. In good condition, about 46" overall. ($300-$500)

Hardy Brothers. 1) Hardy Angler's Guide 1930. 383 pages, color
plates of flies and lures. Very Good plus. 2) Hardy Angler's Guide
1931. 393 pages, color plates of flies and lures. Very Good plus. 2
items. ($100-$200)

Hardy Wading Staff/Gaff. Combination staff and gaff, the "orchy"
was offered by Hardy Bros in their 1930 catalog. Measuring 57"
long, the staff is in excellent condition with mild crackling to several
areas of the finish. The metal gaff, brass hardware and leather
strap are all original. ($350-$450)

Hardy Big Game Line Dryer. This dryer is one of four found in
Grey's Altadena home. Bearing the stamp "Hardy Brothers
Makers, Alnwich, Eng.", offered in their 1930 catalog. The dryer
collapses down to just 38" x 3 1/2". Some of the copper hardware
has oxidation, the wood body is in excellent condition.
($300-$500)

Hardy Collapsing Salmon Net. The "Beart" offered in the 1930
Hardy Bros. catalog. The net and frame are in excellent condition.
Measures just over 67" in length. ($250-$350)

Three Empty Fly Related Boxes. Collection of three boxes
retrieved from among Zane Grey's personal tackle. Two originally
housed Hardy flies, both remain in very good condition with
only pencil markings. Also a Corona line box, 6" x 6 1/4" x 1", in
very good condition with writing on the top. ($150-$200)

Two Scales & One Hardy Line Hook Gauge. Both scales in brass,
the largest measuring 6 1/2" and marked "Chatillon N.Y.", the
smaller marked "Salter". Salmon hook gauge comes with original
leather case. ($100-$150)

Collapsible Net by Hardy Bros. Nice vintage English net in very
good condition.Measures 42" long in extended position.
($100-$150)

Book: Drewett, John - Hardy Brothers, The Masters, The Men and
Their Reels 1873-1939-1998. Contains 586 pages with illustrations.
With dust jacket, very good overall condition. ($100-$200). Update
9 November 2009: I saw it on Amazon, two offerings for GBP 125 and
GBP 337.81 and shipping from the UK.

Collecting Hardy Rods and Reels

Hardy Date Guide

Hardy Reels Names - Alphabetical Order

Hardy Reel Makers - Initials