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A mate of mine has an old Hardy Smuggler 8 piece fly rod that he wanted a leather rod case for.

I've never done one before so it was a bit of hit and miss with everything being done by hand and eye !

I've made the straps to fit the webbing on his fly bag and the top one can turn through 90 degrees so that it can be clipped onto a belt if required.

It needs a final polish but here it is hope you like it

















and here's a couple with the rod......

Very nice Robbi. Very stylish.

That's lovely Robbi, I've done a bit of leather work in the past but nowhere near that standard, is that your trade?

Thanks Guys

Paul D....no Sir, not my trade just a hobby that costs me a fortune and gives me sore hands

Looks good "should last a life time"

MA

Oooooo! That is a thing of real beauty, I absolutely love it! Still got that fly wallet you gave me, lovely craftsmanship sir.

Stunning Robbi

Highly impressive Robbi, it's looks stunning.

Pictures of the rod added to the original post.

Superb work Robbi, it's a thing of real beauty and I think if Hardys see it, you will be getting a few orders.

Wal.