Hardy Perfect Fly Reel 4 1/2" 8 Weight evidenced by the 4 1/2"

evidenced by the 4 1/2" clear wrap along the butt

The ferrule fit is buttery smooth

For sale here is an Abel Creek 2 fly reel in near mint condition (small scratch on back of reel)

Good condition but could use a restoration

Nowhere else will you see this reel photographed in more detail than here at Vintage Fly Tackle

Hardy Perfect Fly Reel 4 1/2" 8 Weight evidenced by the 4 1/2"A Hardy Perfect wide drum fly reel, 4 1 2" diameter and set up for the typical RHW. Fair overall condition, mechanically fine, though the lead finish has been largely removed. There is some grooving to the nickel silver line guard, but the reel is tight mechanically and free of any major defects. Long alloy foot approximately 4" in length and a previous owner has scratched their name into the underside. The drag tensioner works as intended and the