Hardy Sovereign 8/9 Fly Reel HL Leonard hook keeper

hook keeper

The wraps are a transparent honey-color with chestnut tipping save the tip-tops which are tipped in red

I don't often admit to professional jealousy but this is the best rod I have ever seen from a maker who recently passed from the scene

Excellent+ condition with minor marks on the frame

The cap and ring could use a little hand polish to get rid of a slight film of oxidation

Hardy Sovereign 8/9 Fly Reel HL Leonard hook keeperFor sale here is a Hardy Sovereign 8 9 fly reel. 3 1 2" diameter. 1" wide spool. Unused condition. Slight tarnish on the brass reel foot, but not from fishing. Right or left hand retrieve, currently set up for left. The handle on this reel (like the Abel walnut handles) is an upgrade from the typical handles and was made by Bill Archuleta. Comes with Hardy case and instruction sheet.