Hardy Perfect Taupo 3 7/8" Fly Reel Gary Howells And an excellent interpretation by

And an excellent interpretation by Marc here

The rod is in excellent restored condition

Black anodized ring and cap of aluminum

There are casting cracks in the ferrule wraps as one would expect from an original Payne that's been fished

noted tier and co-author of the classic book Hair-Wing Atlantic Salmon Flies as well as the famous Thunder Creek patterns

Hardy Perfect Taupo 3 7/8" Fly Reel Gary Howells And an excellent interpretation byFor sale here is a Hardy Perfect Taupo fly reel. 3 7 8" diameter. 7 1 2 oz. Near mint condition with very slight marks on the reel foot. Left or right hand retrieve. Comes with box, pouch, sticker, and paperwork.