Hardy Fishing

Sovereign Fly Reel

$625 - $675

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Description

One of the favorites from Hardy's past, the Sovereign reels were conceived in 1987, remained in production until the late 1990's and offered highly advanced specifications together with maximum reliability. Packed with a powerful drag system and many other perform ance enhancing features, these new Hardy Sovereign reels are still constructed in Alnwick, England to the same exacting standards as their forebearers. A quote from a past Hardy catalogue that still rings true today is "There's only one word to describe the Sovereign Reel - Magic!"

Specifications

Field Notes

A fly reel for freshwater fly fishing, suited to matching line weights from 5 wt through 10 wt. Use it for general trout and larger freshwater applications where a reliable drag and smooth line control matter. It is appropriate for casting and fighting fish on standard fly setups.

Pros

  • Powerful drag system
  • High reliability and premium construction
  • Covers a wide range of fly line weights

Cons

  • High price
  • Reel-only product, so it requires a matching rod and line

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