Hardy Perfect 2 7/8" Fly Reel

Hardy Perfect 2 7/8" Fly ReelFor sale here is a 2 7 8" Hardy Perfect fly reel with Hardy's Duplicated MKII check mechanism with a non engageable spare spring and pawl. Flawless blue grey agate line guide. Much of the original leaded finish remains. The adjustable check is nice and strong and the milled tension screw works as intended. Gear teeth remain sharp. Ivorine handle spins freely. The original alloy foot is full length. No cracks whatsoever, just minor wear. A fine example

"504" and "2-0" are stamped into the bar attached to the reel foot

Garrison is the person who restored this rod in the 1970s

which is shaped to a slim cigar

where the shop remained for many years

Serial #5418 made in the early 2000's

and your choice of mid or large arbor spool

many of which have now for the first time been published

a feature rarely seen with graphite rods

The side plates are anodized black and the spool and rim are a light champagne color

Comes with a brass cap aluminum tube

Included in the sale is the original labeled card box in fine condition as well

and certificate of authenticity is included