Hardy Crank Wind Fly Reel 2 1/2" 13' The book is the twelfth

The book is the twelfth edition to match the serial number (to find the edition number simply turn to the last printed page and one can find it listed there)

80" and the reel weighs 9 1/4 oz

Original owner's name on the rod

For sale here is a Sharpe's of Aberdeen Scottie Featherweight impregnated bamboo rod

Only two of these rods have ever been made by Walt

Hardy Crank Wind Fly Reel 2 1/2" 13' The book is the twelfthFor sale here is a 2 1 2" diameter Hardy Bronzed Crank Wind reel from the early 1890s with nicely waisted crank handle and tapered, domed bone handle. Constant click check in both directions and no undue play. All pillars and foot appear to be original and in good order. An excellent example of this early Hardy reel with clean crisp "Rod in Hand" and "Enclosed oval" logos and a superb patina.