Hardy Contracted Brass Face Perfect 3 1/8" Fly Reel 2-Piece The reel is in excellent

The reel is in excellent + used condition

85 oz and is in near mint condition

says the author in his introduction to this important book

8 feet in length with two sections and two tips for a 6wt line

constructed of stainless steel and Delrin

Hardy Contracted Brass Face Perfect 3 1/8" Fly Reel 2-Piece The reel is in excellentFor 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