Hardy Perfect 3 3/8" 1896 check fly reel 4-piece Light dry fly action

Light dry fly action

removable shoulder strap as well as a hand carrying strap

The urethane varnish is perfectly executed

Also stamped "Hardy's Pat Perfect Reel" Half round leather case The paperwork with the reel states it was made on the 27th of Jan 1998 by I

Hardy Perfect 3 3/8" 1896 check fly reel 4-piece Light dry fly actionFor sale here is a very nice example of an early Hardy Perfect 3 3 8" trout reel. 1896 flat caliper spring click pawl check. Excellent plus overall condition. The smooth brass foot is unmolested. The spool spindle fit is excellent. The reel features a tight fit. The tensioner works perfectly and at the highest setting provides a strong drag, especially for a reel over 100 years old. There is no evidence of repair or any un original parts. The spool is