Hardy Fly Reels
Bouglé Mark VI (New
for 2007)
One of the most famous pools on one of the most famous
salmon rivers, the Namsen in Norway, in part derives its name from
the Bouglés. The pool is called the Music Box reputedly because
of the number of big fish over the years running line off our singing
Bouglé! Indeed, when you think about the Bouglé, it's
the glorious sound of the check that stays with you. It's a reel
with voice. And when a big fish runs, it's a reel that sings!
It's easy to forget that the Bouglé Mk VI is
derived from the older, equally classic Perfect. The Perfect ran
on ball bearings which made it the smoothest winding reel of its
time; yet time has in no way dated the muscular beauty of the Bouglé.
This new Bouglé has been enhanced by the return of the reel
to its original clear anodized aluminum finish. With its ivorine
handle, the Bouglé does look at its very best in its sumptuous
silver sheen. The ventilated spool and aluminum spindle both help
with the reel's lightness but doesn't do anything to compromise
its legendary strength. In short, it's a reel you can trust and
enjoy in equal measure.
