Hardy Perfect Special Fly Reel 3 1/4"

Hardy Perfect Special Fly Reel 3 1/4"A very scarce Hardy Special Perfect fly reel, 3 1 4" diameter and set up for the typical RHW. Early 1920's reel, these models were made between 1905 and 1939, and characterized by the raised housing for the check and winding plate (which was often unleaded after the very earliest models). This one is in fine condition overall with the loss of finish and a few very small line burns in one pillar being the principal signs of use. The reel is devoid of

Gold finish

The rod weighs 8 1/4 oz

easily mendable sets in all three

In a letter accompanying this rod Walt talks of designing a grip and seat for this one that he calls the "Ellis" grip

Near mint condition with Hardy leather case and box

cutthroat and yayame

here in Colorado

The rod packs into a green cloth bag with the FE Thomas hang tag and aluminum tube with FE Thomas brass fittings

the female butt ferrule has been done twice next to each other

Tan rod bag and a late model brass collar and cap with a large roller die stamp "HL Leonard Rod Co

Includes the original bag and tube with brass fittings

Raymond Dingley ~ the written and signed provenance is included with the reel