Sage 505L Fly Reel and Spare Spool (made by Hardy's) 8'5" I would classify it as

I would classify it as near mint if it weren't for the front plate having a mottled black finish unlike the back plate that has a smooth anodized finish

Some chipping and writing on the covers

Nickel silver cap and ring reel seat over a mortised butternut spacer

the anti-reverse is a must for screaming runs that take you into the backing

The spigot ferrules fit together tightly as they should

Sage 505L Fly Reel and Spare Spool (made by Hardy's) 8'5" I would classify it asFor sale here is a highly desirable Sage 505L Fly Reel. This reel was made exclusively for Sage by Hardy Bros. of England. This is the Sage equivalent of the Hardy St. John or JLH and Sage had them add a palming rim! The reel and spool both are in excellent used condition. Left or right hand retrieve. Reversible single screw nickel silver line guide. Strong smooth drag with a loud outgoing click. Includes a fine leather double hamburger style case