Sage 505L Fly Reel (made by Hardy's) AL Walker The step ferrules and hardware

The step ferrules and hardware are bright

and just a fantastic piece of fine craftsmanship

Older style tan silk wraps with burgundy accents at ferrules

with plenty of backbone in the butt

These are desirable fly boxes

Sage 505L Fly Reel (made by Hardy's) AL Walker The step ferrules and hardwareFor sale here is a highly desirable Sage 505L Fly Reel. This reel was made exclusively for Sage by Hardy Bros. of England. This is the Sage equivalent of the Hardy St. John or JLH and Sage had them add a palming rim! The reel is in near mint condition. Left or right hand retrieve. Reversible single screw nickel silver line guide. Strong smooth drag with a loud outgoing click. Comes with line and backing and a fine leather reel pouch with lambswool