Hardy Brass Face Perfect 2 3/4" Early Check Fly Reel HL Leonard Lightly fished

Lightly fished

The recessed handle crank was also an improvement in design that prevented the line from getting tangled in the handle arm

Petite cigar grip 4 1/2" in length with light handling marks

The reel seat has the late model Leonard cap-and-ring hardware with the "H

Comes with suede pouch

Hardy Brass Face Perfect 2 3/4" Early Check Fly Reel HL Leonard Lightly fishedFor sale here is very rare brass face Hardy Perfect wide drum fly reel 2 3 4" diameter with the early (1896) check with all three logos on the winding plate. The patina of this brass face as well as the logo clarity are simply stunning! Cosmetically and functionally the reel is in excellent condition, with no prior repairs apparent and and none needed. Full length original foot. Ivory handle spins freely. The tensioner works perfectly. Four cusps on