Hardy Hercules Reel 4" All Brass Salmon and Steelhead Rods I say without certainty that

I say without certainty that it was made in England before the change

Nickel silver line guard with monel insert -- much less apt to break as compared to an agate line guide

For sale here is a historically fascinating ephemera collection involving legendary bamboo rodmaker H

For sale here is a scarce Hoagy Carmichael Model 209E bamboo rod -- 7'9" 2/2 for a 5 weight line

Hardy Hercules Reel 4" All Brass Salmon and Steelhead Rods I say without certainty thatA fine example of a Hardy Hercules brass fly reel in 4" size. RHW. Nice brass finish with a lovely patina and the reel is in excellent condition overall, with the only exception being that the waisted foot has some bending at either end (I suspect that it could be bent back in careful hands). The front plate has the Hardy stamp and rod in hand logo right underneath it. The ivorine handle spins freely. The original owner's initials "RK" have been