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Hardy fly reel papers
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speyed »
02/06/08 07:11
I noticed on the Fiberglass forum reel papers for classic reels of interest to their members. I would like to see the same action taken on this forum...
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Last post by Brian K. Shaffer
12/31/23 07:50
Hardy Perfect check evolution
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J Gustavsson »
12/11/16 05:22
This has probably been covered before but I would like to point out a few things that I believe is often overlooked.. Small variations that's been...
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Last post by Random Casts
04/02/23 08:09
Faked Over Hardy Perfect
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restoration »
10/24/12 06:08
This reel was sent to me from the UK and the owner asked me to look over it and then to tell him my thoughts about it. At first glance I thought it...
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Last post by Whitefish Press
10/31/12 12:10
Reel Id
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T-rex »
03/10/24 15:08
I need help to identify a couple of reels I found. Hope someone can help. Thanks T-rex
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Last post by Webfly
03/17/24 19:02
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Last post by buttstock
03/17/24 06:30
Hardy Prince Drag Problem
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I've researched the forum and did find a few references to this general issue, but nothing that helps. I wonder whether someone might have run into...
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Last post by flyinorvi
03/16/24 17:13
JW Young Neauvex Series 1 Model 1830
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LRBtrout »
03/15/24 10:05
I have not found much if any information on this reel which appears to be the same as the Shakespeare Worcestershire. Beautiful brass reel foot and...
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Last post by headwaters
03/15/24 15:55
1st Reel Restoration - Goldenwest 80
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by
sawtelle8 »
03/08/24 13:06
Here's some before and after photos of my initial attempt at a reel restoration. I really enjoyed the process and was a good break from the rod...
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Last post by sawtelle8
03/14/24 17:05
pflueger medalist vs. summit
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jpershke »
03/06/24 17:31
I have a medalist 1494 and a summit 1294. Can someone tell me the history, timeline, differences in these two reels?
appreciate it.
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Last post by BSAGuy
03/14/24 07:13
Got a new reel lately?
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uniquafly »
09/06/07 17:55
I'm not sure if this topic has been posted before but here it goes...
We have all seen truckloads of beautiful cane rods, shared by their proud...
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Last post by Hellmtflies
03/13/24 14:56
Black Hardy Perfects
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norcaltroutbum »
03/10/24 11:33
Hello I bought a handful of Hardy perfects yesterday . Concerning the black ones, is it likely they were painted after the fact or was there ever a...
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Last post by BSAGuy
03/12/24 20:57
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Last post by Brian K. Shaffer
03/12/24 14:52
Godfrey Love
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by
ReelPatina »
12/19/21 21:52
Let’s see some Godfrey reel love as it would be nice to learn what is out there for Ted’s creations . Perhaps including our own experience with...
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Last post by JFL
03/12/24 02:35
An Early Hardy LRH Clean-up Effort
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by
TytLynz2U2 »
03/10/24 21:30
Just finished cleaning up an early LRH in rough shape. A lot of corrosion on the exterior. Thought I’d share some before and after pics. Took quite a...
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Last post by BSAGuy
03/11/24 16:49
Vom Hofe Authenticity Questions
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by
WingshotTN »
03/04/24 18:14
Vom Hofe Reels are seen in many descriptions. I am a higher grade reel novice, and see listed Vom Hofe, Vom Hofe Leonard, Vom Hofe Leonard Mills, and...
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Last post by drbaits
03/10/24 17:26
Unmarked Fly Reel
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norcaltroutbum »
03/10/24 11:21
Does anyone know who might have made this reel . It has no markings but seems to be made well . Thanks
Jay
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Last post by norcaltroutbum
03/10/24 11:21
Hardy CFO 20th anniversary reel
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mike454 »
03/08/24 19:58
I have a couple of these silver anodized reels. I've always assumed that in most cases the Hardy made reels have rivets and the BFR made reels don't....
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Last post by NewUtahCaneAngler
03/10/24 09:36
Martin MG-10 question
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Ford7551 »
03/08/24 15:12
Good afternoon all.
I have a Martin MG 10 and would like to get a rod for it but can't find anything on the correct wt rod. Any information would be...
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Last post by Shrimpman
03/09/24 03:11
Thompson fly reels
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richarde206 »
02/14/24 17:54
I will be selling a Thompson 500 reel and a Thompson 100 reel and extra spool, for my elderly dad. Of course we wish to obtain the best price we can...
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Last post by FordGT
03/08/24 18:41
Reel Storage Container?
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by
Peales »
03/04/24 13:45
Hello Everyone.
I am searching for a plastic storage container for some of my reels. My needs are for a container that could house 6 to 12 reels,...
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Last post by MattZilliox
03/08/24 09:37
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