Hardy LRH Lightweight Fly Reel - Black Finish 8'5" The "Distance Series" was designed

The "Distance Series" was designed for tournament/competition casting

Made during the San Francisco-era during the late 1970's to early 1980's

The mid section is short 1/2"

85" Serial number S9756

Hardy LRH Lightweight Fly Reel - Black Finish 8'5" The "Distance Series" was designedFor sale here is a Hardy LRH Lightweight fly reel circa 1951 1957 in near mint condition. In Marty Keane's #89 catalog he listed a similar reel (item 127) and stated he had only seen one of these black finish reels in 35 years. Comes with the original box. Full ribbed dovetailed alloy foot. Two screw latch plate with a riveted L shaped line guard attached to the cross pillar. Right hand retrieve. Solid and tight as they come. Tensioner works great.