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Ode to George
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... or a pictoral tribute to the Hardy St. George, perfectly suitable for a Sunday, and in fact every other day of the week!
My latest aquisition, a...
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04/07/24 04:30
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04/06/24 18:40
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04/04/24 19:16
Orvis CFO
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henrysdad »
07/15/12 16:29
Handled one in a fly shop, and I own a Hardy-made CFO III. The new ones are very nice reels, but IMO, not worth 3 times what a nice Hardy-made CFO...
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Last post by JohnMD1022
04/04/24 16:56
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Last post by Edson
04/04/24 08:51
1st Reel Restoration - Goldenwest 80
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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 reelsmith
04/03/24 12:15
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 RaspberryPatch
04/02/24 17:50
Amherst pelham reel suggestions
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DiggingestDog »
03/31/24 18:54
Very, very new to fly rods and fishing. I have a amherst pelham that i am considering a dive into the hobby. What would i want to look at for a fly...
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Last post by MattZilliox
04/01/24 12:37
J. RYALL REELS
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Don Bebereia »
03/29/24 11:03
Does anyone on the forum know if anyone acquired the patents or rights to J. Ryall reels when Ryall went out of business? Any information would be...
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Last post by Beavertail
03/31/24 06:07
Unmarked Orvis CFO III...
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Kenneth »
11/20/12 05:41
...that recently sold on the Bay.
If someone here got it, it would be great to see more photos of the treasure.
Thanks in advance,
Kenneth
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Last post by JohnMD1022
03/30/24 18:36
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Last post by Brian K. Shaffer
03/30/24 15:11
Hardy Royale 2
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Wydaho »
03/29/24 17:10
I was wondering if anyone could give me any information on the Hardy Royale 2 3 1/4” reel.
Thanks for any information you can provide.
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Last post by Wydaho
03/29/24 17:10
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Last post by drbaits
03/28/24 15:34
Ted Godfrey Reel Question
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DinoC »
03/26/24 16:46
I got recently a Ted Godfrey Trout Custom reel.
This is a beautiful reel however, on the opposite side to the handle, there is a little knob with a...
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Last post by Arubey
03/26/24 21:02
Norris 2110
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UncleSarge58 »
03/26/24 20:44
Can anyone give me an idea as to the Value and/or Desirability of a Shakespeare Norris 2110 Reel, in Very Good condition? Nice Reel.
Just wondering...
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Last post by UncleSarge58
03/26/24 20:44
Dingley?
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Gorgefly »
03/22/24 12:35
I’m sure it’s a Dingley just no markings other than the number 4 stamped on all parts.
Anyone have one like this? Duplicated check and very stout but...
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Last post by Gorgefly
03/26/24 20:09
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Last post by Arubey
03/26/24 12:55
Hardy Reel Cases
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Grouse173 »
03/24/24 20:57
I’m sure this has been discussed before so forgive me, but can someone explain the era of different Hardy reel cases based on color… solid blue ,...
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Last post by Grouse173
03/26/24 10:51
hardy LRH L line Guard
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dqatar »
09/03/20 16:25
Question: Did Hardy make a lefthanded LRH lighteweight with a L line Guard If so how Rare are they? Thank you
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Last post by Brian K. Shaffer
03/26/24 09:50
SA 1 reels
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jalberts1 »
03/23/24 08:22
I have a question concerning Scientific Angler reels. I am aware that a reel marked System 1was English made (BFR) and that a reel marked System One...
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Last post by jalberts1
03/25/24 17:19
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