Any one have one of these new Hardy reels?
Just looking for opinions.
Thanks in advance.
bobbyg
Bobby:
I have the Cascapedia Mk II 2/3/4 from a few years back when they were still made in the UK and cost WAY more than the latest versions which are made in the Far East but identical I am told.
First off, what do you plan to use it for and what rod to you plan to put it on? They are VERY heavy and wide reels. I use mine on a 7’6" 5wt bamboo which balances out nicely but I would hardly consider it suited for any graphite shorter than a 9’ and the next sizes up would be way too heavy despite their better line capacity.
It is a really sweet reel with a smooth click and drag although for the kind of fishing I use mine for, I doubt I’ll ever utilize the drag. If I was you I would try REALLY hard to get to see one before buying.
Sorry I can’t help much more than that.
Thanks for the input Bamboozle!
I have handled one and I will agree, they are most heavy for their size.
I plan on using it with a Jim Beasley 7 1/2’ Perfectionist bamboo rod and possibly an Edwards Special 8’ bamboo, and…
I have ordered one all ready, the very same 2/3/4. The price was so tempting I couldn’t pass on it.
You are correct, they are produced in Korea; however, the build is excellent.
It is an eye-popping reel.
bobbyg
Bobby:
I think you will be pleased with it on either of the rods you mentioned and just an FYI; it will easily hold a DT5 and some backing with no problem so it is hardly a 2/3/4 only reel.
They are very pretty reels!!
Enjoy!