Hardy Uniqua 3 1/8" fly reel - early 7'3" having purchased Gary’s workshop in

having purchased Gary’s workshop in its entirety and has been building rods in the Howells vernacular with extraordinary integrity

Hardy made these for sea-trout and light salmon and steelhead fishing

Made for a 6/7 wt line

Also included with the sale are letters from Gary Howells on his letterhead to the original owner

The rod remains in excellent condition

Hardy Uniqua 3 1/8" fly reel - early 7'3" having purchased Gary’s workshop inFor sale here is a very scarce and early Hardy Uniqua model 3 1 8" diameter with the early flat caliper spring check. Marked Hardy's Patent "Uniqua" Reel. Ivory handle. Mechanically the reel is still in good condition with a RHW fixed check and some end play like most Uniqua style reels. The original 3" long smooth brass foot is unblemished. No cracks, chips, or dings. As you can see in photo #5, the stripping pillar does have a substantial groove in