Hardy Lightweight Fly Reel - First Model! 7'8" Frame diameter is 3 1/8"

Frame diameter is 3 1/8" and the spool width is 1"

For sale here is a 3 3/4" Saracione MKIV fly reel in unused condition

The reel seat is a very close replica Granger's patented uplocking reel seat

Shows signs of modest use

Reels featured such as Arthur Walker salmon reels

Hardy Lightweight Fly Reel - First Model! 7'8" Frame diameter is 3 1/8"For sale here is an extremely scarce Hardy 1st Model Lightweight fly reel. Half moon check system. Shouldered pillars. Three screw spool release latch. Curved lettering. RHW. Excellent condition mechanically. Exterior shows honest marks from use and age. No cracks, dings or chips. Full length ribbed alloy foot. Ebonite handle spins freely. Slight but not excessive end play.