Hardy Perfect 2 7/8" Fly Reel - 1930s 4-Piece The only reason for not

The only reason for not being considered mint are a few very fine marks in the finish near the script

Black anodized

Bright nickel silver cap and ring reel seat with a mortised cork spacer

The plating on the spare spool's arbor has a crack

with the wraps done in light tan with brown accents at the keeper and ferrules

Hardy Perfect 2 7/8" Fly Reel - 1930s 4-Piece The only reason for notFor sale here is a 2 7 8" Hardy Perfect with Dup. MKII check from the 1930s. Badged on the inside for retailer Iver Johnson Sporting Goods Co. Boston, Mass. Full length and unaltered smooth brass foot. Ebonite handle spins freely. Rim tensioner works perfectly. No cracks or corrosion. Fine mechanical condition. The original leaded finish is almost completely worn, leaving a smooth and bright appearance. The agate line guide is blemish free.