Hardy Bougle 3" Fly Reel - 1905 check - LHW! 12' This is the Sage equivalent

This is the Sage equivalent of the Hardy LRH Lightweight and Sage had them add a palming rim

The rod is in excellent condition though it does show some wear from fishing use

The rod weighs 3 3/8 oz and the action is medium to medium fast with a slightly parabolic feel

and apply them to the unique fly patterns that George Grant created

Hardy Bougle 3" Fly Reel - 1905 check - LHW! 12' This is the Sage equivalentFor sale here is a Hardy Bougle fly reel in excellent condition. 3" diameter. 1905 check. Authentic left hand retrieve! Full length and unaltered smooth brass foot. Charlie Norris from Hardy's made a replacement spool for this reel and it fits perfectly. No cracks chips anywhere on the reel. This is a very scarce and early LHW Bougle that you can feel comfortable fishing and not merely sitting it in a display case!