Hardy Perfect 3 1/8” wide spool alloy trout fly reel, mint condition, boxed with papers

Maker: Hardy

Model: Perfect

Approximate year of manufacture: see listing

Condition: Good

Material: Alloy

Length/ diameter: 3 1/8″

Country of manufacture: England

Ideal use: Trout fly fishing

Item stock location: Stoke

TT opinion:
Hardy Perfect 3 1/8” Wide spool alloy trout fly reel, in fine original condition, grey finish, bamboo colour handle, good smoke agate line guide, 34mm across the frame, 60mm correct smooth alloy foot stamped “Made in England”, foot stamp No. A52621, silky smooth running reel with smooth light check clicker, has 99% finish, comes in maker’s sheepskin-lined leather case with leaflet, warranty & outer box. This iconic reel is still considered one of the best model fly reels ever made.

The Hardy Perfect fly reel was introduced in 1892. It took three years of testing and research to bring it to perfection. Hardy fearlessly claimed it to “be the best reel made anywhere” doing this with full knowledge of all the reels manufactured on either side of the Atlantic. The  Perfect is one of the longest production reels in the world. The size range is comprehensive for both trout and salmon anglers with models from 2.5” in diameter to over 5” made to special order. The regulating check mechanism and running on ball bearings ensure it’s almost frictionless. A narrow drum core allows increased line capacity over large barrel reels. We highly recommend the Perfect reel to any fly angler whether they use greenheart, bamboo/cane, fibreglass, or carbon rods. Check our listings for an ever-changing range of models and sizes and please contact us if you require further information.