Hardy 1921 Wide Spool Perfect Fly Reel

Few fly reels can say that they’ve been around for the last 135 years, and even fewer can say that they’ve been getting refined to enhance “perfection” during that entire span of time–Hardy’s 1921 Wide Spool Perfect Fly Reel boasts all that and more. Combining a design that’s downright elegant with modern performance, the 1921 Wide Spool Perfect Reel brings classic tradition whether you’re swinging for fresh chrome or working the tail of a pool with a pair of wet flies. Utilizing heritage-based features like Hardy’s famous check mechanism and revolving line guard, this classy reel brings a refined approach to taming fish, while its quality bar stock aluminum construction is lightweight without sacrificing that classic look. Made in size options that accommodate rods weighted from a 4 through an 11, Hardy’s 1921 Wide Spool Perfect Fly Reel equips you for nearly any fight you’ll come into. And when a hot fish takes off, the harmonics of this reel are sure to leave you smiling throughout the entirety of the battle–think of the 1921 Wide Spool Perfect Fly Reel as the reliable fishing partner that’s there for your post-release scotch on the bank of your favorite river.

Design
Traditional Design w/ Narrow Spool - Hardy focuses the design of their 1921 Wide Spool Perfect Fly Reel around modernized tradition. This reel sports a classic appearance resulting from a deep anodized two-tone finish, while its wide design holds plenty of backing and remains traditional in its look.

Finish

Deep Anodized Two-Tone Finish - While the 1921 Wide Spool Perfect Fly Reel is a tool that will serve you reliably on the water for decades to come, there’s no denying the beauty of its deep anodized two-tone finish. This finish is durable while showcasing a look that’s, well, just plain perfect.

Materials
Bar Stock Aluminum - Made out of high-quality bar stock aluminum, Hardy’s 1921 Wide Spool Perfect Fly Reel brings long-standing durability and a more modern weight. This material choice perfectly complements the mechanics and look of this reel while holding up to years of tough use well enough to get passed down multi-generationally.

Drag
Classic Click Check Drag System - Keeping things original, the 1921 Wide Spool Perfect Fly Reel features Hardy’s Classic Click Check Drag System, which, depending on the size you get, has between .5 pounds and 1.4 pounds of drag pressure. This click-pawl drag is straightforward, easy to use, has a clean tension adjuster, and that classic Hardy sound that your ears won’t ever tire of hearing.

Arbor Size
Standard Arbor w/ Narrow Spool Design - Hardy’s Perfect 1912 Fly Reel was crafted similarly to the original and has a wide build. Although this isn’t the large arbor or ultra-narrow design that a lot of modern reels have, this reel can store plenty of backing, get the line in quickly enough to manage a range of species, and doesn’t sacrifice the original integrity of this beautiful reel.

Warranty
Hardy Warranty - As of December 2024, Hardy’s 1921 Wide Spool Perfect Fly Reel has a 5-year warranty (or the period of time mentioned in the leaflet that accompanies your reel packaging) that covers defects in material, craftsmanship, and design. If you encounter issues unrelated to Hardy’s manufacturing, Hardy will service your reel for a cost of $35 plus replacement parts–Hardy reserves the right to quote the cost of replacement parts on a case-by-case basis.