Scratch pad so I can figure out what I want to get.
Obviously the gold standard are the Hardy reels. Featherweight, LRH, Princess.
A step down is the Orvis CFO, made by Hardy.
Hardy Clones
| Hardy | Heddon | Daiwa | Berkley | Eagle Claw | Olympic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flyweight | |||||
| Featherweight | 300 | 700, 730 | 530 | EC 10 | 4300 |
| LRH | 310 | 710 | 540 | EC 11 | 4310 |
| Princess | 320 | 720 | 550 | EC 12 | 4320 |
| St. Aidan | 340 | 740 | EC 14 | 4340 | |
| St. Andrew |
Others
- Pflueger Medalist 1491, 1492, 1495
- Lamson LP-1
- JW Young
- Shakespeare Russell
- Meisselbach Catucci No. 370 Symploreel
- Martin MG-3
Lamson size specs:
Things to read:
- https://trouterspace.com/2017/06/07/attack-hardy-clones/
- https://troutrageous.com/2025/01/the-hunt-for-hardy-clones.html
- https://classicflyrodforum.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=9906
Servicing/Maintenance
Besides eBay, places to watch are:
Get replacement pawls and springs from Mike’s Reel Repair:
Fishing Reel Parts & Components – Hardy Reel Replacement Parts and Repair – HARDY MAINTENANCE KITS – Mikes Reel Repair Ltd
Discover Hardy Maintenance Kits, expertly crafted to enhance and prolong the performance of your fishing gear. Essential parts for reel longevity in every angler’s tackle box.
Switching pawls for going to left hand retrieve:
How to Orient Click-Pawls in Fly Reels for Left or Right-Hand Retrieve – Mikes Reel Repair Ltd
Convert your click-pawl fly reel to left or right-hand retrieve with simple steps, pawl orientation tips, and setup guidance for smooth operation.
A history of Orvis CFOs:
The Rusty Spinner: History of the Orvis C.F.O.
