Hardy Bougle 1903 Reproduction Fly Reel with Spare Spool

Hardy Bougle 1903 Reproduction Fly Reel with Spare SpoolA nice Hardy Bougle Limited Edition fly reel commemorating the 1903 Hardy Bougle model. 2 1 2" frame diameter with the iconic raised pillar design. Mint condition, never lined. This reel also comes with a spare spool. These reels were all made in England and this particular one was made by I. W. Evans and is serial #242 both the maker's initials and serial number are stamped on the inside of the frame. The reel features a 1903 style check and is

with dark red tipping at the keeper

2 9/16” diameter and weighs 3

The reel is in near mint original condition

Serial # 4323 indicating a 1977 manufacture date

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The owner of the estate this rod came from was a huge fan of Sam Carlson (as am I) and owned 5 of his rods in completely mint condition

Comes with original mahogany case lined in black leather

One original tip is short by 2 3/4" from a break at the top

The reel also comes with the original Hardy Bros

Ribbed brass "bullet" foot appears to be a replacement by looking at the the back side of the reel foot pillar (see pics)

4 fly reel