The Hardy No. 2 Wallis Reel
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The Hardy No. 2 Wallis Reel
Just arrived this morning is an early Christmas present to myself !!!
This is a 3 1/2 inch "The Hardy No. 2 Wallis Reel," initialled on the back plate "J. D." ... having been made by James Dodds, who worked for the company from 1920 to 1966. The list of 'Hardy Reel Makers Initials' I have seen only lists him as having made Silex reels ... so the Wallis can be added to that information now.
This is the No. 2 Wallis which was a 'budget' version, having a 'telephone' or 'drop' catch ... the No. 1 having a jewel bearing.
Only made between 1932 and 1939, the factory production figures reproduced in "Hardy Brothers. The Masters, The Men, and Their Reels" by John Drewett shows that only 173 of this model were manufactured.
After a light clean-up, light greasing on the ratchet levers, and light gun oil on the pillar ... this lovely reel spins perfectly, a testament to the excellence of Hardy engineering.
This is a 3 1/2 inch "The Hardy No. 2 Wallis Reel," initialled on the back plate "J. D." ... having been made by James Dodds, who worked for the company from 1920 to 1966. The list of 'Hardy Reel Makers Initials' I have seen only lists him as having made Silex reels ... so the Wallis can be added to that information now.
This is the No. 2 Wallis which was a 'budget' version, having a 'telephone' or 'drop' catch ... the No. 1 having a jewel bearing.
Only made between 1932 and 1939, the factory production figures reproduced in "Hardy Brothers. The Masters, The Men, and Their Reels" by John Drewett shows that only 173 of this model were manufactured.
After a light clean-up, light greasing on the ratchet levers, and light gun oil on the pillar ... this lovely reel spins perfectly, a testament to the excellence of Hardy engineering.
"Beside the water I discovered (or maybe rediscovered) the quiet. The sort of quiet that allows one to be woven into the tapestry of nature instead of merely standing next to it." Estaban.
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Re: The Hardy No. 2 Wallis Reel
A nice addition to the collection Mal
Simple design but very reliable and without a doubt my favourite reel. The No.1 is the first reel to go in the bag if I’m planning a trip to the river.
Simple design but very reliable and without a doubt my favourite reel. The No.1 is the first reel to go in the bag if I’m planning a trip to the river.
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Re: The Hardy No. 2 Wallis Reel
A lovely reel and I am sure that you have a suitable rod to put it on!
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Re: The Hardy No. 2 Wallis Reel
A very nice stocking filler Mal. I love that Hardy check arrangement.
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Re: The Hardy No. 2 Wallis Reel
Not seen one of those before, very nice indeed sir!
As Wal has pointed out the "check mech" looks to be a very elegant and simple design.
As Wal has pointed out the "check mech" looks to be a very elegant and simple design.
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Re: The Hardy No. 2 Wallis Reel
In my opinion, the wallis reel is the best centrepin Hardy ever made, they look great, and always spin so well.
My 4" No1 is my go to trotting reel
My 4" No1 is my go to trotting reel
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That’s a beauty Mal.... Happy Christmas!
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Re: The Hardy No. 2 Wallis Reel
I love all the variations of the Wallis reels, the Slater made ones - still finding variations - plus the Hardy ones. There are more Hardy ones that I did not know existed. Trying to track down one owned by Wallis with a couple of variations in the construction.
The 3 1/2 inch model is rare and a great acquisition, well done.
The 3 1/2 inch model is rare and a great acquisition, well done.
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Re: The Hardy No. 2 Wallis Reel
Good afternoon,the reel in question would be very simple to make with the material readily available,If I had seen this model a few years ago it would have made a nice project ,Reelmaker.