Hardy Husky Fly Reel Salmon and Steelhead Rods made in the late 1960s

made in the late 1960s - early 1970s

All sections appear to be their original length with sets in the mip and tip sections

The nickel silver rings are ding-free

Neutral bias - right or left hand retrieve

Classic action on the medium side of medium-fast with thin tips

Hardy Husky Fly Reel Salmon and Steelhead Rods made in the late 1960sFor sale here is a Hardy Husky fly reel in excellent condition. Left hand retrieve. Silent adjustable check. A couple minor dings to the rim as shown in photo #4. The Husky was part of Hardy's Lightweight Series of reels. This was one of two wide drum Lightweight models made in the mid to late 1960s, the Zenith being the other. Both were 3 3 8" diameter. 1 1 8" spool width. The reel weighs ~ 8 oz. Capacity is up to a WF9 plus 200 yards of 20# backing.