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03-28-2013, 08:46 PM
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HARDY fly reels?
How would you compare the old reels (UK made) to the new reels (Korean made)?
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03-28-2013, 09:03 PM
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Originally Posted by mtngiant
How would you compare the old reels (UK made) to the new reels (Korean made)?
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Close in quality but not quite as spectacular as say the pre 50's when they where hand made. The older ones are more akin to a fine watch in quality.
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03-28-2013, 09:07 PM
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Thats what i kinda figured Lornce.
I've been monitoring the older ones on ebay but havnt pulled the trigger yet.
How do the older ones compare in weight?
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03-29-2013, 12:09 PM
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Originally Posted by mtngiant
Thats what i kinda figured Lornce.
I've been monitoring the older ones on ebay but havnt pulled the trigger yet.
How do the older ones compare in weight?
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Always a bit heavier but I like them better for balance. Nicer than the tinny new brands that look like a hub cap.
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but never, with a fly rod in my hand have I been in a place that was less than beautiful.
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fishing regulations and facts on fish handling
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03-29-2013, 12:13 PM
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Always a bit heavier but I like them better for balance. Nicer than the tinny new brands that look like a hub cap.
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Yes the hardy's do look tinny. No wonder they are having a tuff time in the market place. pity.
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03-29-2013, 02:45 PM
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Originally Posted by lannie
Yes the hardy's do look tinny. No wonder they are having a tuff time in the market place. pity.
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Wasn't talking about Hardy's but other brands with "bling" but no subsance
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but never, with a fly rod in my hand have I been in a place that was less than beautiful.
My blog - casting on the waters
fishing regulations and facts on fish handling
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03-30-2013, 11:39 PM
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The most expensive Hardy reel I have seen is going for $8000
Now thats gotta make a statement!!!
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03-31-2013, 09:00 AM
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How would you compare the old reels (UK made) to the new reels (Korean made)?
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Back to the original topic by the poster, although the Classic Hardy’s are an exceptionally fine reel and sought after by collectors. The problem is the price of them is starting to soar. Don’t be afraid of picking up a new one for fishing, the Korean standards are high and they are great reels. They have also reissued many of the classics and are manufacturing them in England again.
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but never, with a fly rod in my hand have I been in a place that was less than beautiful.
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03-31-2013, 09:22 AM
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[QUOTE=Lornce;1910628]Back to the original topic by the poster, although the Classic Hardy’s are an exceptionally fine reel and sought after by collectors. The problem is the price of them is starting to soar. Don’t be afraid of picking up a new one for fishing, the Korean standards are high and they are great reels. They have also reissued many of the classics and are manufacturing them in England again.[/QUOTE]
This is great news....thanks for letting us know
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03-31-2013, 09:36 AM
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[QUOTE=mtngiant;1910658]
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Back to the original topic by the poster, although the Classic Hardy’s are an exceptionally fine reel and sought after by collectors. The problem is the price of them is starting to soar. Don’t be afraid of picking up a new one for fishing, the Korean standards are high and they are great reels. They have also reissued many of the classics and are manufacturing them in England again.[/QUOTE]
This is great news....thanks for letting us know
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Yeah the English built Perfect starts at about $900 CDN. I believe they build the Perfect and St. George in England. When they switched over to Korean manufacturing, during the uproar from the Traditional Purists it was admitted that the fit and finish of the Korean manufactured reels was superior to the latter day English built reels.
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03-31-2013, 12:34 PM
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Just picked up another Hardy. Do I feel bad!
Ya' right.
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03-31-2013, 02:35 PM
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New or classic?
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04-01-2013, 06:25 PM
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Question???
About the Hardy Marquis #4 (vintage)....
Ive done some reading and a little confused?
What weight line is this for?
I've read from 2-3wt lines
And read from 4/5/6 wt lines
What is this reel really made for?
Am lookin on ebay for one but dont really understand it yet...
Im looking at a quality 2-3wt rod this season and want to match it w/ a Hardy reel.
What would you recommend?
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04-01-2013, 07:05 PM
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Something fiberglass, with that reel should be good for a lifetime of fishing 
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04-01-2013, 07:13 PM
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Something fiberglass, with that reel should be good for a lifetime of fishing |
Wasnt expectin that answer...
Do you really think a fiberglass rod is a better match for a vintage Marquis than a newer graphite?
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04-01-2013, 07:39 PM
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Question???
Im looking at a quality 2-3wt rod this season and want to match it w/ a Hardy reel.
What would you recommend?
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The rod of your choice, buy a rod that casts well for you.
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but never, with a fly rod in my hand have I been in a place that was less than beautiful.
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fishing regulations and facts on fish handling
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04-01-2013, 07:46 PM
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The rod of your choice, buy a rod that casts well for you.
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Absolutely good advice....and thats the path Im on.....This yr is all about mtn stream fishn....with a few BC Salmon river fishing trips.
Holy crap....I miss BC fishn....but have been very impressed w/ what AB has to offer......so Im in heaven LOL
But I want a Hardy reel this year.....so let it be said....so let it be written....so let it be done
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04-01-2013, 08:24 PM
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Hey that would be my choice, you asked for opinion without giving any hint as to what you prefer.
If graphite makes you feel better then so be it, i like graphite as well but wouldn't mind a fiberglass in a 3wt. Fiberglass rods are a lot better quality then what they use to make 30-40 years ago, and for that weight class i don't really see how graphite will serve you better than fiberglass. I just find it romantic for some reason.
If you can find a scott f2, give it a shake and let me know whAt you think. There are a lot of companies selling much cheaper blanks as well. Make something with your personal touch.
Lornce said it best, buy what you think is right for you.
Asking random questions without any clue as tO what you're after is really hard to answer. There are hundreds of rods to choose from.
Hope you give us an update when you put rod and reel together!
Cheers!
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04-01-2013, 08:31 PM
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Hey that would be my choice, you asked for opinion without giving any hint as to what you prefer.
If graphite makes you feel better then so be it, i like graphite as well but wouldn't mind a fiberglass in a 3wt. Fiberglass rods are a lot better quality then what they use to make 30-40 years ago, and for that weight class i don't really see how graphite will serve you better than fiberglass. I just find it romantic for some reason.
If you can find a scott f2, give it a shake and let me know whAt you think. There are a lot of companies selling much cheaper blanks as well. Make something with your personal touch.
Lornce said it best, buy what you think is right for you.
Asking random questions without any clue as tO what you're after is really hard to answer. There are hundreds of rods to choose from.
Hope you give us an update when you put rod and reel together!
Cheers!
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Thanks for your input....I do appreciate it.
Yes I will post what I finally decide on....there's no hurry yet....just pre planning for this opening season....but want a quality setup for yrs to come.
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04-01-2013, 08:29 PM
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Just made sure the rod and reel balance correctly. Using too heavy or even too light of a reel can turn a nice rod into clunky junk. I like mine to balance about a inch or so back from the front of the grip.
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04-01-2013, 08:35 PM
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I still fish 30-40 yr old glass rods, for close in work I prefer them.
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