Hardy Birmingham 2 1/2" fly reel 7' Some of the wraps have

Some of the wraps have a "frosting" effect but this is only cosmetic as none of the silks are loose or cracking

Despite the varnish issues the wraps are in fine shape void of any cracking or unraveling

moderately soiled and appears to have not been cleaned

and the ferrule is size is 14/64

Hardy Birmingham 2 1/2" fly reel 7' Some of the wraps haveFor sale here is a Hardy Birmingham trout fly reel. A brass plate wind reel with a 2 1 2" diameter, oval Hardy logo as well as the Rod in Hand trademark. With constant check and bone handle grasp, in very good condition with only slight signs of use age. There is a rub in the winding operation of the reel as well.