Farlow's 2 3/4" Perfect-style Fly Reel 7'11" There is a very small

There is a very small hairline crack on the backside of the winding plate

This one is #5 as etched into the base of the reel seat hardware

flat ivorine release lever and half-moon regulator

Mechanically the reel remains in excellent condition with a good click and strong enough spring to prevent spool overrun

The rosette washers used on the backplate are a highly unusual feature rarely seen on a Vom Hofe fly reel

Farlow's 2 3/4" Perfect-style Fly Reel 7'11" There is a very smallFor sale here is a Perfect style reel from Farlow's of London a 2 3 4 inch "Aluminum" model reel. Adjustable check. The check mechanism is a bit similar to Hardy's 1912 check system. Holdfast logo and maker info stamped on winding plate. No line grooves. Correct smooth brass foot. There is some spool spindle play and a bit of wobble. Still a very scarce size Farlow's reel. extremely hard to find!