Hardy Perfect 4" Dup MKII check fly reel - white handle 8'1" It's a lovely casting rod

It's a lovely casting rod for a DT4 or DT5 line

The long length makes for exceptional mending and tricky drifts

Anodized aluminum rims and sideplates

Minor marks to the reel from honest and careful fishing use

Comes with an Edward Vom Hofe leather case stamped "2" (the leather strap is half-detached)

Hardy Perfect 4" Dup MKII check fly reel - white handle 8'1" It's a lovely casting rodFor sale here is a scarce Hardy Perfect wide drum fly reel 4" diameter with Duplicated MKII check and spare un engageable pawl. Excellent+ condition. Early to mid 1920s. Most of the original leading (and lacquer) remains on the reel surface. Full length original smooth brass foot. Ivory handle spins freely. Very tight reel mechanically. No cosmetic issues to speak of. The reel weighs 15. 15 oz. (with backing) and the reel foot measures 3. 1" in