Hardy Taupo Fly Reel 3 7/8" with spare spool 9'3" Black anodized with a large

Black anodized with a large arbor design and a powerful

I've cleaned and re-lubed the reel

Here's what the Charlton catalog ran for their ad:

It also has brassing to the black anodizing of the counterbalance

All sections are full length and original

Hardy Taupo Fly Reel 3 7/8" with spare spool 9'3" Black anodized with a largeA nice Hardy Perfect Taupo fly reel with a spare spool. This is the modern re issue of this rare early model. 3 7 8" and weighing 7 1 2 oz. Near mint condition with very slight marks on the reel foot and one tiny scuff on the edge of the frame, though they are very tiny. Very clean reel throughout. Currently set up for RHW but can be easily switched. A nice size here for heavy trout, landlocked salmon, or light salmon or steelhead angling. The reel