Hardy Bros. "The Alma" Reel

Hardy Bros. "The Alma" ReelThe Alma Reel, made by Hardy Brothers of Alnwick. This 4 diameter sea reel with ebonite end plates was developed as a 2 geared, one to one and 2. 5 to one, free spooling reel from the design of Mr Alma Baker see scan from Hardy catalogue for more details. Hardy records show that only 17 in total were made, in 1926 and 27 [a single one was made in 1934 but this would not have had the ebonite end plates] Duralumin frame with phosphor bronze and brass

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The rod was restored by Tim Zietak

The grip is soiled and has a few small indentations but is in otherwise fine shape

Amelia and Gabe are cranking out some seriously stunning fly rods

The reverse half wells grip is 5 7/8" in length with only the slightest evidence of handling

Line: 8-10 weight

German silver line guard with red agate insert

This one is a miniature Mallard Drake Duck

Winston quadrate bamboo rod - 7'9" 2/2 for a 4 or 5 weight line

The rod features a very petite 4" cigar grip with moderate soiling though it remains relatively smooth

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