Hardy Bougle 3" Fly Reel - Original 9'9" and the will it took

and the will it took by many to slowly return the river to its historic greatness

The brass cap is engraved with the same information found on the reel seat

5 1/2" long with a slim cigar shape and shows a fair amount of hand soiling

The box is in good condition void of cracks though it has trouble staying securely closed

Hardy Bougle 3" Fly Reel - Original 9'9" and the will it tookFor sale here is an extremely scarce, original Hardy Bougle fly reel in excellent+ condition. 3" diameter. Full length and unaltered smooth brass foot. The erinoid handle is one of the most stunning I've ever seen and remains in sound and free spinning condition. Nickel silver rim tension regulator screw works perfectly. Duplicated MKII check with one engageable pawl and one spare from approximately 1920 + a year or so. Excellent condition