Hardy Perfect 3 1/8" Fly Reel - 1930's

Hardy Perfect 3 1/8" Fly Reel - 1930'sFor sale here is a contracted Hardy Perfect 3 1 8" trout fly reel with un blemished and beautiful dark agate line guide, full length ribbed brass foot, ebonite handle that spins freely, rim tensioner that works perfectly, retaining much of original dark lead finish. The badge inside reads "Made for Von Lengerke & Detmold Inc. New York". MKII check both pawls engageable. No cracks. There is one small ding in the frame but no cracks surrounding it.

Capacity up to a WF9+150 yds 20#

3 carbide stripping guides on the butt

3-piece for a #3 line

the Salmon models came with the "Improved Graduating Adjustable Drag"

as does the cork reel seat

Handsome agate winding check

Comes with beautiful classic Payne ferrule plugs

The varnish is in flawless condition and there is no sign of wear or use at the ferrules or guides

3 1/8" diameter

The action is on the medium side of medium-fast

Mechanically flawless

Complete with original bag