Hardy Perfect 3-7/8″ alloy fly reel 1950’s fine with case

Maker: Hardy Bros

Model: Perfect

Approximate year of manufacture: 1950’s

Condition: Fine

Material: Alloy

Length/ diameter: 3-7/8″

Country of manufacture: England

Ideal use: Fish or collect

Item stock location: Stoke

TT opinion: A fine condition rare Hardy Perfect 3-7/8″ narrow drum alloy salmon fly reel. Hand-built in Alnwick by craftsman reel makers. Black handle turns freely. Working rim tension adjuster, factory original drum screw, correct 64mm ribbed brass foot fitting cane, glass, and carbon fly rods. The reel retains virtually all original factory finish. Original owners initials A G McB neatly block engraved to face plate(we have few from this collection). Twin internal springs and checks. The reel runs silky smooth, no play, no damage or alterations. Check or other listing for more reels from this collection