Hardy Bougle Agate III Reel Vintage Fly Tackle Six strips of bamboo that

Six strips of bamboo that continue from the rod to the unified grip without interruption by cork or superfluous embellishment

Light bumps to corners

Minor dings throughout with some normal wear to the alloy but no cracks or serious dings are visible

Brass guides with agate inserts all in excellent condition

Hardy Bougle Agate III Reel Vintage Fly Tackle Six strips of bamboo thatAn excellent Hardy Bougle Agate III fly reel, set up for RHW. New condition. Adjustable check model. 3" pillar to pillar, 2 3 4" rim to rim. Dark green anodized frame, frost silver anodized spool. Polished silver foot. Grey agate. The reel comes in a lovely walnut box. These Bougle agates are hard to come by and this is a great example here in a desirable size.