Hardy Perfect Fly Reel 3 1/8" - 1906 Check 12'6" with appendix

with appendix

The leather tabs that hold the straps on the cap have come off

very good rod for big water

Michael Sinclair performed the restoration

All sections fit together tightly as they should

Hardy Perfect Fly Reel 3 1/8" - 1906 Check 12'6" with appendixFor sale here is a classic 3 1 8" Hardy Perfect fly reel with the 1905 1906 check. Majority of leading remains but as you can see, a prior owner at one time had a "moment", thinking he might scratch the finish off the winding plate. Caliper spring is nice and strong and the bridged tensioner works fine. Gear teeth remain sharp. Ivorine handle spins freely and is in great shape. Appears to be the original smooth brass foot, but it may have been