Hardy Silex No 2 2 7/8″ vintage fly reel with original reel box RARE

Maker: Hardy

Model: Silex No 2

Approximate year of manufacture: 1910

Condition: Very good

Material: Alloy

Length/ diameter: 2 7/8″

Country of manufacture: England

Ideal use: To use or collect

TT opinion: Just in this very rare are Hardy Silex no 2 measuring a shade under 2 7/8″ across the back plate has twin white handles, red handle trigger brake, perforated drum core and smooth brass foot. Quick release telephone latch spool and perforated face plate. No line grooves to pillars, no damage. A very rarely seen Silex no2 model.