Vintage Hardy Bros The Gem 3 1/4” fishing Reel Vintage Nottingham Fishing Reel

Vintage Hardy Bros “The Gem” 3 1/4” centrepin fishing reel made in England. A classic Nottingham-style trotting reel by Hardy Bros Ltd, stamped to the backplate: “THE 3 1/4” GEM MADE BY HARDY BROS LTD ENGLAND” Features include: 3 1/4 inch diameter black finished alloy construction removable spool traditional centrepin design ebonite style handle brass foot rivets original check mechanism An attractive and usable vintage Hardy reel ideal for collectors, traditional coarse anglers, or display. The reel shows honest age-related wear with paint loss around the rims and signs of use consistent with vintage fishing tackle. Please study photographs carefully for overall condition. Sold exactly as pictured. Suggested item specifics: Brand: Hardy Bros Model: The Gem Reel Type: Centrepin / Nottingham Reel Size: 3 1/4” Vintage: Yes Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom Material: Alloy Fishing Type: Coarse Fishing Hand Retrieve: Ambidextrous Shipping: Will be carefully packed and posted fully insured.