Hardy Perfect 2 7/8" Fly Reel 8 Weight post-fire model as most were

post-fire model as most were made size with a 11 (or larger) ferrules in the model 38 and heavier 38H

(cane weight) The action is a swift and responsive medium-fast dry-fly capable of very accurate casts in tight quarters

Full length and unaltered ribbed brass foot

Blued guides with the exception of the agate stripping guide

The original reverse twist English-style guides were retained during the restoration

Hardy Perfect 2 7/8" Fly Reel 8 Weight post-fire model as most wereFor sale here is a Hardy Perfect 2 7 8" trout fly reel with agate line guide, full length ribbed brass foot, ebonite handle and rim tensioner. Straight line writing on the faceplate. Enamel finish. Duplicated MKII check. A nice reel mechanically with some exterior finish wear, but no cracks. The agate is free of cracks as well. The ebonite handle grasp spins freely but has some staining from a solvent of some sort. Matching "23" stamps on all parts of