Hardy Perfect Fly Reel 3 7/8" 10'6" The S-crank handle was designed

The S-crank handle was designed after the well known "Serpentine" handles

Dubbed the "Fario Club" and made during the Doug Merrick era -- 8'5" 2/1 5-6wt

A truly mint example of this much sought-after South Creek model

This reel is currently set up for RHW

Hardy Perfect Fly Reel 3 7/8" 10'6" The S-crank handle was designedFor sale here is a leaded pre war 3 7 8" Hardy Perfect. MKII check both pawls engageable. Fine mechanical condition no issues. Original agate line guide has two cracks. Ribbed brass "bullet" foot appears to be a replacement by looking at the the back side of the reel foot pillar (see pics). Gear teeth and pawls still very sharp. Winding plate is stamped "TAG" for Thomas Armstrong. Nice thick ebonite handle spins freely. "Hardy's Pat" on the line guide