Hardy Contracted Brass Face Perfect 3 1/8" Fly Reel 3-Piece This is definitely a must-have

This is definitely a must-have for the A&F collectors out there and a damn fine fishing rod to boot

and some very nicely tied Catskill style dry flies

7'6" 3/2 4wt bamboo rod

the seat could use a good polishing

brass-capped aluminum tube with nice label

Hardy Contracted Brass Face Perfect 3 1/8" Fly Reel 3-Piece This is definitely a must-haveFor sale here is an extremely scarce contracted model Hardy Brass Face Perfect fly reel 3 1 8" diameter with 1896 check and all three logos on the winding plate. The patina of this brass face as well as the logo clarity are simply stunning! The leading on the spool and frame is excellent. Cosmetically and functionally the reel is in original and excellent+++ condition. Nice and tight spool spindle fit. Full length original foot. Ivory handle spins