Hi,
I have a Hardy Creel (I think it is the "Carry All") and am hoping to get some information on when it was made, the maker, how many were made, etc.
The brass hasp has some interesting marks stamped on it which may provide a clue. I was wondering if there are production and sales records similar to the way in which Hardy reels are recorded?
Any help would be appreciated.
Hardy Creel Identification & Information
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Re: Hardy Creel Identification & Information
#2Cool creel! Though I can't help answer your questions..
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#3I emailed Ward Tonsfeldt dvarden1903@gmail.com about a creel I have and he was very kind to respond with info on it. Might give him a try.
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#4The Hugh Chatham and Dan McClain book, "The Art of the Creel" confirms that your Hardy creel is called the Carry-All, with the top section for supplies and the hole goes through to the bottom section for the fish. (p. 140-41). However, perhaps Hardy's best known creel was the "Perfect," with a net on the outside for extra carrying space. According to the book, Hardy also sold the "Houghton," which came in different sizes had extra long leather straps over the top for carrying a jacket or raincoat.
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Re: Hardy Creel Identification & Information
#5Thanks for this reference. I'm interested in making creels so this book will be a nice resource. I just ordered one.headwaters wrote: ↑09/14/20 11:29The Hugh Chatham and Dan McClain book, "The Art of the Creel" confirms that your Hardy creel is called the Carry-All, with the top section for supplies and the hole goes through to the bottom section for the fish. (p. 140-41). However, perhaps Hardy's best known creel was the "Perfect," with a net on the outside for extra carrying space. According to the book, Hardy also sold the "Houghton," which came in different sizes had extra long leather straps over the top for carrying a jacket or raincoat.
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Re: Hardy Creel Identification & Information
#6Awesome creel, I love it. Is the hasp to lock the fish in, or to keep your fishing partner from stealing your lunch?
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