Hardy Contracted Brass Face Perfect 3 1/8" Fly Reel 2-Piece says the author in his

says the author in his introduction to this important book

8 feet in length with two sections and two tips for a 6wt line

The rod features a "bank spike"

The script remains as clean and bold as the day is was written

Hardy Contracted Brass Face Perfect 3 1/8" Fly Reel 2-Piece says the author in hisFor sale here is an extremely scarce contracted model Hardy Brass Face Perfect fly reel 3 1 8" diameter with 1896 check and all three logos on the winding plate. The patina of this brass face as well as the logo clarity are simply stunning! The leading on the spool and frame is excellent. Cosmetically and functionally the reel is in original and excellent+++ condition. Nice and tight spool spindle fit. Full length original foot. Ivory handle spins