Hardy Cascapedia Limited Edition Fly Reel 4/0

Hardy Cascapedia Limited Edition Fly Reel 4/0A fine Hardy Cascapedia 4 0 Limited Edition Fly Reel that Hardy introduced in the late 1990's. This exquisitely finished, and hand built multiplier reel is number 264 of only 500 made worldwide. This one is made by reelmaker Ian W. Evans as noted on one of the medallions, while the other displays the royal warrant of HRH The Prince of Wales, and the third notes the 4 0 size. RHW. Unfished. All original with box, sleeve, block leather case, booklet,

This is one of Bernard's earliest rods and is exquisitely finished

Main frame and spools are forged

The seat is all cork with a nickel silver ring and nickel silver pocket cap bearing the stamp "The Leonard Rod

Backing is loaded on the spool but no line

A contemporary version of this classic Seamaster model done in handsome forest green and black anodizing

The keeper is on the wrap flat as well as the lettering "8 1/2' /#7 Salmon

This one is in excellent

Stubby ebonite handle spins freely

8 feet for a 5-6 weight line

Backing - 125 yds

Excellent working condition with normal wear

reducing casting fatigue and minimizing wind resistance for tireless casts