Hardy Perfect 3 3/8" 1896 check fly reel 7'5" The ferrules fit together nice

The ferrules fit together nice and tight as they should

makers of the Marquessa and Umpqua fly reels

Capacity WF8+220 yds 20#

probably from age and not having been fished

patent information

Hardy Perfect 3 3/8" 1896 check fly reel 7'5" The ferrules fit together niceFor sale here is a very nice example of an early Hardy Perfect 3 3 8" trout reel. 1896 flat caliper spring click pawl check. Excellent plus overall condition. The smooth brass foot is unmolested. The spool spindle fit is excellent. The reel features a tight fit. The tensioner works perfectly and at the highest setting provides a strong drag, especially for a reel over 100 years old. There is no evidence of repair or any un original parts. The spool is