Hardy Lightweight Fly Reel
The Hardy Lightweight combines a classic appearance with modern materials and an absolutely fantastic quality – made in England!
This reissue of the iconic 1970 version of the Lightweight series is machined from high-quality barstock aluminium. This premium material provides this reel with a relatively light weight and great stability. Therefore, it will definitely be around for the next big Hardy company anniversary due to its outstanding durability – just like the original. It is equipped with the “Click Check” drag system with a very distinctive sound that will be recognized by fly fishermen all over the world. Therefore, you will enjoy a pleasant clicking sound in both directions – while the fish is running and while you are retrieving the line. Not only its sound, but also its design is reminiscent of the good old days. For instance, it has the classic two screw line guard with an iconic design and a stylish engraving.
In short: The Hardy Lightweight Fly Reel will make collectors and fans of classic reels smile for a very long time. Without a doubt, this is a very special and truly unique reel.
- Iconic Lightweight Fly Reel
- Machined from high-quality barstock aluminium
- Predefined “Click Check” drag system with a distinctive sound and a moderate resistance of 0,2 kg
- Classic two screw line guard with an iconic design
- Stylish engravings
- Slightly improved design with a raised spindle casing
- Adjustable for both left- and right-handed operation
- Supplied with a neoprene reel case
- Colour: grey silver
- Made in England
| Model | Class | Capacity | Spool Diameter | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
FLYWEIGHT |
2/3 | WF 2 + 33 yds 20lb Backing | 65 mm | 82 g |
|
FEATHERWEIGHT |
3/4 | WF 3 + 33 yds 20lb Backing | 73 mm | 102 g |
|
LRH |
4/5 | WF 4 + 55 yds 20lb Backing | 80 mm | 113 g |
|
PRINCESS |
5/6 | WF 5 + 66 yds 20lb Backing | 89 mm | 130 g |
|
ST AIDAN |
7/8 | WF 7 + 153 yds 30lb Backing | 95 mm | 159 g |
|
ST ANDREW |
8/9 | WF 9 Spey + 219 yds 30lb Backing | 105 mm | 222 g |
Founded back in 1872, the English cult brand Hardy has a very impressive success story that is already around 150 years long. After all of these years, one thing hasn’t changed: The award-winning designers from Hardy combine state-of-the-art technologies with a stylish and timeless design. In addition, all products are characterised by an outstanding quality and impressive durability. Therefore, it is hardly surprising that the modern Hardy rods and reels are a great choice for saltwater fishing, because they withstand the incredible power of the extremely strong fish and the constant exposure to salt. And of course, the high-quality products from Hardy also leave nothing to be desired when it comes to fishing in freshwater!
