Hardy Perfect 2 7/8" Fly Reel 2-Piece The rod is in excellently

The rod is in excellently preserved condition and partially restored

Less than 50 of this model were made by the Paul Young Rod Company

Shows moderate use for a rod of this age

Nickel silver cap and ring reel seat over the original mortised wood spacer

it will still definitely put some pressure on a fish

Hardy Perfect 2 7/8" Fly Reel 2-Piece The rod is in excellentlyFor sale here is a 2 7 8" Hardy Perfect fly reel with Hardy's Duplicated MKII check mechanism. The adjustable check is nice and strong and the milled tension screw works as intended. Gear teeth remain sharp. Ebonite handle spins freely. The ribbed brass foot is full length and unmolested. No cracks, chips, dings.