Hardy Perfect 4" Wide Drum 1905 Check Fly Reel 3-Piece Diameter is 3

Diameter is 3

The reel also comes with a copy of the original bill of sale from 1977 when Stan first produced reels with this exposed control rim

You can find photographs and mention of it on pages 143 and 144

The salmon models feature a fully sealed Rulon drag with a 10 setting drag knob on the back plate

Hardy Perfect 4" Wide Drum 1905 Check Fly Reel 3-Piece Diameter is 3For sale here is a fine Hardy 4" Wide Drum Perfect with the Hardy's 1905 check mechanism. There are no apparent repairs or unoriginal parts. Full length unmolested smooth brass foot. No cracks, chips, or dings. The tensioner (with Turks Head locking nut) works perfectly throughout its range. Very strong check. Ivory handle is perfect. All stamps are consistent. The reel retains the majority of its original finish and has no noticeable wobble or end