Hardy Perfect Fly Reel 3 1/4" 8’5” The reel boasts a simple

The reel boasts a simple and classic style with a pleasing ingoing and outgoing click

The reel weighs ~ 8 oz

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There is some play on the spindle as we often see with these early Uniquas

Mechanically the reel remains in excellent condition with a great drag and smooth-running operation

Hardy Perfect Fly Reel 3 1/4" 8’5” The reel boasts a simpleAn excellent Hardy Perfect wide drum salmon reel, 3 1 4" diameter and set up for the usual RHW. A fine example of this hard to find size, it is in excellent original condition with nothing more than the minor cosmetic wear you'd expect from a reel of this age. No chips, cracks, or any other defects that I could find. The dark leaded finish is in great shape and the reel boasts a desirable nickel silver line guard. Duplicated Mark II check that's nice