Best "new" Bougle'

feeds@yuku.com (Flyman615) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 22:20:13 GMT

OK, I admit it. When it comes to the new generation(s) of the classic Hardy Bougle', I am somewhat fickle.

The first one I bought was a 3 1/4" Mk. IV. A great reel, no doubt about it. But heavy.
Still, it works well on my 8642 Grangers with a DT-5-F. It's both smooth and pretty...but it weighs a ton.

Thereafter, I "had to have" one of the limited production 1903 Bougle' reproductions. So I bought one of the 3" (only size offered)...

Brass Faced Hardy Perfects

feeds@yuku.com (enigma309) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 12:23:05 GMT

During the past week I have been lucky enough to have handled and seen some stunning original Brass Faced Hardy Perfects

After looking at them I did some book diving and googling.

It seems to me that there were two distinct brass mixes for the faceplates. One is the reddish coloured brass which, over time, darkens into that lovely chestnut patina; and the other is a yellow brass which only seems to develop a slight tinge. [this observation excludes the various factory...

Allcock aerial fly reel

feeds@yuku.com (real london) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 11:47:31 GMT

Has anyone any information on the Allcock Aerial fly reel, manufacture dates, photographs, rarity, any help would be much appreciated.
cheers .

Wondering... anybody found a silent check surprise?

feeds@yuku.com (cregb) — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 21:32:33 GMT

I was looking through Jess Miller's The Dunkeld Collection tonight and stumbled across the thought of someone buying a Hardy Perfect or other model reel off a virtual marketplace like the devils playground and found a surpise upone receipt--a silent check!

Has anyone experienced such an outcome? Any other similar surprises with reels that you bought but couldn't examine at the time?

Scientific Anglers System 8 Question

feeds@yuku.com (Hap) — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 16:30:09 GMT

Is the Scientific Anglers System 8 reel the same as the Hardy Marquis 8/9 as far as size and capacity ? Any help with question greatly appreciated.
Thank You
Hap

A really neat little reel that I wish I knew more about......

feeds@yuku.com (turtledoc) — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 01:12:11 GMT

This weeun arrived in the mail today and although Dean had previously shared some nice pictures of it, I couldn't resist taking some of the innards to share as well as a few more set on a black background.

I was surprised at just how well made this reel is considering the crude appearance of the finish. The 42 teeth on that little gear just prrrrr and the tolerances are very tight.

Even the on-off clicker works well

T&T reel with MORE pics - appraisal appreciated

feeds@yuku.com (jz2) — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 16:51:02 GMT

I just picked up a T&T s-handled reel in trout size - about 2 3/4", along with the leather - green felt lined case. This is the model made by the Hart Reel co. (not Ari) and has the chrome (or ns or stainless) T&T marked drag adjustment knob on the reverse. Any advice on taking it apart? Any thoughts on the current market value? I bought it with other fly fishing gear and so no individual price.

Has anyone dealt with Angling Antiques in the uk or barnardian on you know ? looking for PM

feeds@yuku.com (Riffling Hitch) — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 21:50:04 GMT

Thinking about picking up a reel but would like to hear feedback about the seller. I do not know if it is proper to post seller review on the board but a PM would be appreciated.

Russell

Hardy Agate variations

feeds@yuku.com (Randy Law) — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 12:55:36 GMT

I thought it would be interesting to show the different color variations of agates that Hardy's used in their pre 1960 Reels. If you can ad a unique color or something unusual please feel free as this can be a learning process for the advanced collector and the folks that are just getting started collecting.

Twenty five years ago I saw a original factory green agate and I haven't...

Soldered Pillars?

feeds@yuku.com (cdmoore) — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 16:15:39 GMT
Starting a new thread on this topic based on a comment made in another thread. Is this true? Soldered pillars? Is that the only means of attachment or are the pinned as well? Very curious about this. Anyone have a Dingley raw casting? How does this compare with Hardy pillars over the years before they were integrated? Other makers?

Thanks

Pflueger Medalists - truly international?

feeds@yuku.com (nativebrownie) — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 10:00:38 GMT
Ran across a section in Sawyer's Nymphs and the Trout, in Switzerland, where he mentions a favorite Pflueger 3 1/4 reel that he fished with a new Fario Club. Were the popular Pfluegers big across the pond? Have seen few other references that they were...
Thanks

Yet Another Dingley ? ....

feeds@yuku.com (reelsmith) — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 22:11:39 GMT
Lets see if my identification skills are getting any better. Based on research done on this forum I'm guessing this is a post war Dingley. The reel is 2.75" in diameter (on the button), has the number "1" stamped on the inside of the back-plate and on the back of the spool, is stamped "Foster Bros. Ashbourne" and has that neat little nut on the back that we see so often on Dingley's. This one is also stamped "Made In...

Just got my calendar! Suuuhhhwweeeeet! Thanks, Mark!

feeds@yuku.com (cdmoore) — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 11:08:44 GMT
Even though I just flipped to December this morning, I was very tempted to put up January 2010 next to it. That's a good sign.

Enjoy everyone.

Chris

Saracione Mark II Question

feeds@yuku.com (SpringCreek) — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 22:36:57 GMT
Just picked up a Saracione Mark II reel. I have never really paid that much attention to these reels, however, the right deal came up and now I have one. I have seen reference to the Mark I reels, and current Mark IV's, but can't seem to find much out about the Mark II's. Does anyone know when they were produced and anything about them. From what I can tell they look identical to the Mark IV's.

Thanks.

Jim

Not your mother's spitfire

feeds@yuku.com (Serendipity) — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 13:29:08 GMT
A few years ago I bought a 3 1/8" Uniqua from a board member. It appeared to be an early, single pawl MKII reel with a white handle and a smooth brass foot. What a find! As I learned more about Uniquas and other Hardy reels, some things about this one got me thinking. For one thing, the finish was enamel and the white handle seemed to be a more modern style than the original reel would have sported. I decided,...

Hardy Viscount 130 fly reel ?

feeds@yuku.com (Mostyn) — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 07:03:32 GMT
Hi All,

I have a question! What is your opinions on the Hardy Viscount 130, Fly Reel It's the 3in, diameter model, I'm thinking of buying one! What's it worth in hard £cash ? I want to use it with my 6ft.3in, cane rod!

Any opinions or advise?

Thanks.

Mostyn

An Unusual Perfect

feeds@yuku.com (afgantrout) — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 01:15:50 GMT
Has anyone seen that unusual Perfect offered on the Devil's Playground? It speaks of 'spitfire' and seems to be a LHW 70s Perfect w/ a red agate guard. What, what what???

Really, How Hard Is It?

feeds@yuku.com (SpringCreek) — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 23:13:59 GMT
Ok, I read the "Acid wash a 2-screw 3" St. George: how much $, how much damage? " thread and started to wonder what people go through to "Acid Wash" a reel to create the 'Spitfire' finish. After thinking about it for a couple of minutes I decided, what the heck. I'll take an old St. George with a couple of flaws (broken...

Dingley block leather cases?

feeds@yuku.com (cdmoore) — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 18:30:12 GMT
Hi folks. Having brought a couple of reels to a TU presentation recently, it occurred to me when packing them up that my Dingleys are in dire need of better protection from an accidental drop. I realized after a little more thought that I don't recall having seen a Dingley block leather case a la Hardys or Farlows. Do any of our Dingley fans have one or know the story on cases? Pics, please. Thanks, Chris

Perfect sizing for a DT3, DT4

feeds@yuku.com (tmitchell) — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 18:03:55 GMT
I'm thinking about replacing one of my Islander IR's with a small Perfect, just because... For a DT3 and 50yds of 12lb backing would a 2 7/8" Perfect be the right call? Or a 3' 1/8"? How about for a DT4? TIA! Thomas

Classic Reels

Best "new" Bougle'

Brass Faced Hardy Perfects

Allcock aerial fly reel

Wondering... anybody found a silent check surprise?

Scientific Anglers System 8 Question

A really neat little reel that I wish I knew more about......

T&T reel with MORE pics - appraisal appreciated

Has anyone dealt with Angling Antiques in the uk or barnardian on you know ? looking for PM

Hardy Agate variations

Soldered Pillars?

Pflueger Medalists - truly international?

Yet Another Dingley ? ....

Just got my calendar! Suuuhhhwweeeeet! Thanks, Mark!

Saracione Mark II Question

Not your mother's spitfire

Hardy Viscount 130 fly reel ?

An Unusual Perfect

Really, How Hard Is It?

Dingley block leather cases?

Perfect sizing for a DT3, DT4