The Cascapedia MKV continues the legacy of one of Hardy&';s most enduring classics-retaining its timeless style, distinctive sound, and handcrafted detail while delivering a new level of performance and reliability. Beneath its polished frame lies an all-new sealed carbon disc drag system, providing smoother startup, higher drag power, and full protection for all-water use. Updated sizing ensures perfect balance with modern rods and fly lines, while a redesigned drag knob improves grip and adjustment precision. With its unmistakable Cascapedia profile and signature Hardy click, the MKV is built to meet the demands of today&';s anglers-without losing the character that made it legendary Features Classic Cascapedia design with iconic Hardy sound and modern engineering throughout New sealed carbon disc drag-smooth, powerful, and corrosion-resistant Updated sizing for better line fit and rod balance Improved drag knob for easier, more precise adjustment Machined from bar stock aluminium for enduring strength Hand-built in Alnwick, England, continuing more than a century of reel making tradition Compare Cascapedia MkV Reel Models REEL SIZE FLY LINE CAPACITY WEIGHT DRAG 4/5 WF5+75 (20lb Dacron) 7.13 oz 0.5lb 6/7 WF6+140 (20lb Dacron) 10.2 oz 6lb 8/9 WF8+200 (30lb Dacron) 13.23 oz 6lb 10/11 WF10+310 (30lb Dacron) 14.5 oz 8lb