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You know Rookiespey;you are somewhat correct. Those prices are high...and designed for the few that can afford them...But,Hardy is definitelythe innovator...their standard reels are less Money and have drags. But the Classic reels are Classic reels and there is a definite pleasure in fishing them and listening to the Hardy Click....like the Harley Davidson Roar..
All HArdy reels are lifetime warrantied and hold their value for life
,check out thte new Hardy Marksmen ...affordable
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