Hardy Perfect 3-3/4″ alloy salmon fly reel, DUP MK2 + line guide

Maker: Hardy

Model: Perfect

Approximate year of manufacture: 1940’s

Condition: Fine collector

Material: Alloy

Length/ diameter: 3.75

Country of manufacture: Alnwick England

Ideal use: Fish or collect

Item stock location: Stoke

A fine vintage example of the iconic Hardy Perfect wide drum salmon fly reel. Measuring 3-3/4” diameter. wide drum and factory fitted with a rotating line guide. Duplicated Mk2 check mechanism with rim tension adjuster. Factory correct black handle. the reel is missing the drum screw; these can be found on eBay. The reel runs smooth and well, no faults found and will be a great addition to any collection as well as ready to fish. It comes with a floating salmon line and backing

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