Hardy Uniqua Fly Reel 3 3/4" 5'6" wire mesh lid opening and

wire mesh lid opening and wood grasp carry handle are featured on this 16" x 7 1/2" x 7" oval bucket in excellent condition

The reel spins a bit stiffly and is somewhat noisy

Type III black anodized finish

The rod overall is in very good original condition with the exception of one tip being broken 1 3/4" from the tip top

Capacity is DT4 or WF5 plus 25 yds

Hardy Uniqua Fly Reel 3 3/4" 5'6" wire mesh lid opening andA rare Hardy Salmon Uniqua fly reel, circa 1909 when they were first introduced. 3 3 4" diameter with nice wide 1 5 16" spool width. This reel boasts the right angle pillars that indicate a pre 1910 manufacture date, and it also has the 1905 caliper style check. The outer latch is the oval design with "oil" stamped into the nickel silver. The frame is in excellent condition free of cracks, chips, or other defects and retains most of its leaded finish.