Hardy Marquis 8/9 Fly Reel with Extra Spool 11'6" I think this would cast

I think this would cast a #5 nicely

or even redfish

Near mint condition with lawn cast brassing to the inside of the guides and a hint of a ring impression on the curly maple seat spacer

) line and backing on the spool

Kube kindly donated this rod to the Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum

Hardy Marquis 8/9 Fly Reel with Extra Spool 11'6" I think this would castA Hardy Marquis 8 9 fly reel with a spare spool, 3 5 8" diameter and currently set up for RHW, though easily reversible. Good used condition with minor cosmetic wear throughout. The loaded spool is a matte finish while the spare spool has the bright rim edge (both are loaded with backing). Reversible nickel silver line guard. The reel has a capacity of WF8F and 100 yards 18# dacron backing. Comes with original Hardy cream and red reel case.