Hardy Husky Fly Reel 3 Weight The original western-style grip is

The original western-style grip is moderately soiled and lightly ridged but overall in fine shape

Hunter Approved" was made by Phillipson for the Dave Cook sporting goods store in Denver

Three-up node pattern done in a very light tan (almost transparent) wraps with darker tan at the edges

understated adornments

Deep rust colored anodized aluminum down-locking reel seat with light wear around the butt cap

Hardy Husky Fly Reel 3 Weight The original western-style grip isFor 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.