Hardy Perfect 3 3/8" 1896 check fly reel Two Handed Fly Rod pre-fire Model 65L bamboo rod

pre-fire Model 65L bamboo rod

The rod is in excellent+ condition with a bit of wear to the cork

Bullseye pattern on the bottom of the butt cap

I have also turned a brass point guard for the tip with a tiny cork core that will keep the needle tip guard in place

Very smooth and crisp medium-fast action

Hardy Perfect 3 3/8" 1896 check fly reel Two Handed Fly Rod pre-fire Model 65L bamboo rodFor sale here is a very nice example of an early Hardy Perfect 3 3 8" trout reel. 1896 flat caliper spring click pawl check. Excellent plus overall condition. The smooth brass foot is unmolested. The spool spindle fit is excellent. The reel features a tight fit. The tensioner works perfectly and at the highest setting provides a strong drag, especially for a reel over 100 years old. There is no evidence of repair or any un original parts. The spool is