Hardy Featherweight Reel 8'8" An unusual RL Winston prototype

An unusual RL Winston prototype bamboo switch rod

A very hard to find rod and a fine homage to the Thomas tradition

It comes in the correct D block case with the stamping “50” on the rear strap

The stamp on the pocket cap reads "HLL

varnished walnut insert has some great smoky bands in the wood

Hardy Featherweight Reel 8'8" An unusual RL Winston prototypeA Hardy Featherweight fly reel, 2 7 8" diameter and set up for RHW (but easily convertible). Fair condition with some moderate to heavy rim rash to the frame edge in one area and moderate cosmetic wear throughout. The reel is certainly fishable and mechanically sound. Two screw latch plate with a reversible two screw L shaped nickel silver line guard. Designed to hold a DT4+40 or DT5+15 (there is a line currently loaded on the reel). The reel packs