Vintage Hardy Fly Fishing Vest
This sleeveless fly fishing vest is labelled by The House of Hardy, with a woven label inside reading “The House of Hardy, Made in England”. It is made from green-khaki cotton canvas and fastens with a full-length front zip. The front is fitted with several pockets, including a flap pocket on the upper chest with a popper fastening, a smaller pocket bearing a leather patch, and two zipped pockets on the lower front. A green fob or retractor with a pair of scissors attached is clipped to the chest, and a fabric loop hangs from the lower hem.
Condition and Collectability
The vest shows wear and colour variation across the canvas, with a gradual shift from green to tan visible on the body. The inner neckline shows some fraying, and the pockets and fastenings show general signs of use. The original Hardy label remains in place, which supports its attribution. Hardy is a long-established name in British angling, and collectors of fishing tackle and vintage country clothing may appreciate this example for its maker, English manufacture and practical pocket layout.
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