Hardy Marquis 8/9 Fly Reel with Extra Spool Marc Aroner otherwise a very nice example

otherwise a very nice example of a W&M Victory 8040

an all-silver palming plate like Stanley Bogdan produced on a custom-request basis

For sale here is a Hardy Perfect 3 5/8" with MKII check and unblemished agate line guide

when mortised with alternate sections of cedar form the basis of the handle and reel seat

A fine mahogany ferrule plug is included

Hardy Marquis 8/9 Fly Reel with Extra Spool Marc Aroner otherwise a very nice exampleA Hardy Marquis 8 9 fly reel with a spare spool, 3 5 8" diameter and currently set up for RHW, though easily reversible. Good used condition with minor cosmetic wear throughout. The loaded spool is a matte finish while the spare spool has the bright rim edge (both are loaded with backing). Reversible nickel silver line guard. The reel has a capacity of WF8F and 100 yards 18# dacron backing. Comes with original Hardy cream and red reel case.