Hardy Brass Faced Perfect Fly Reel 4 1/4" 10'6" The varnish softened at some

The varnish softened at some point in its life

The rod weighs a mere 3

This book "is the first book written on the subject especially for the American gun enthusiast and shooting sportsman by American authors

Full length foot and strapped tension adjuster

It was fun to see this  Aroner 7' 3/2 #5 "Fishing Creek" model from the consignor

Hardy Brass Faced Perfect Fly Reel 4 1/4" 10'6" The varnish softened at someA very scarce Hardy Brass Faced Perfect wide drum fly reel, 4 1 4" diameter with rotating German silver line guide embedded in the frame, referred to as the 1903 line guide design with the turned up 1905 check spring. The winding plate features the "rod in hand" logo as well as the straight line logo. Excellent overall condition. The ivory handle is in fine condition and spins freely. There are matching "4" stamps on each part of the reel. Tight