Hardy Bros., 2 7/8” Perfect trout reel. For Sale

Hardy Bros., 2 7/8” Perfect trout reel. This little Mk II check reel, with the extra
spring and pawl, has Hardy’s ball bearing design that accounts for the smooth feel
of these Perfect reels. This RHW reel, the smallest of the modern Perfects, has a
nickel silver circular line guard and a ribbed brass foot. The foot itself is the
correct length, but one edge has been filed slightly to accommodate an up-locking
reel seat. This early 1950s reel was made by long-time Hardy employee Jackie
Johnson – “J.R.J.” - and still has some of the leaded finish that was a feature in
those days. There are no dents, nicks or cracks on this reel, and I assure you that it
is a very smooth, well-tuned reel. It comes in a suede leather zippered case.