Hardy Sunbeam 8/9 vintage reel with Hardy red reel case

Maker: Hardy

Model: Sunbeam #8/9

Approximate year of manufacture: 2000’s

Condition: Very good usable

Material: Alloy

Length/ diameter: 3.75″

Country of manufacture: England

Ideal use: Trout fly fishing

Item stock location: Weston super Mare

TT opinion: Hardy The Sunbeam 8/9 lightweight alloy trout fly reel, 3 ¾” diameter narrow drum, left and right hand position line guide, 60mm correct alloy foot, working rear drag adjuster, mechanically 100%, some loss to paint finish but a good user complete with red Hardy zip reel case.