Hardy Perfect 3 3/8" 1912 fly reel - red agate 8'6' Edwards but was part of

Edwards but was part of his personal collection at the time of writing the book

For sale here is a spare spool for a Hardy Marquis 7 or a Scientific Anglers System 7

Most of the bluing has worn away leaving a handsome patina

Works as both a direct drive reel on the retrieve and a free spool anti-reverse reel when the fish is taking line

Hardy Perfect 3 3/8" 1912 fly reel - red agate 8'6' Edwards but was part ofFor sale here is a Hardy Perfect with a highly coveted 1912 check and un blemished red agate line guide. 3 3 8" diameter. The smooth brass reel foot measures 2 3 8" and may have been shortened shaped, but if so, was done very uniformly. Ivory handle spins freely but does rotate with a little friction. Strap over tensioner works perfectly. All parts of the reel are stamped "5". Good overall condition mechanically with some slight play in the spool