Farlow's 2 3/4" Perfect-style Fly Reel 4-piece The label on the butt

The label on the butt section remains bold and free of any defect

In my hand it feels more of a 4wt

For sale here is a 3 1/8" Hardy Perfect from the early 20's with ivorine handle and full length and unaltered smooth brass foot

The reel is in excellent ++ condition throughout

MKII check and spare spool

Farlow's 2 3/4" Perfect-style Fly Reel 4-piece The label on the buttFor sale here is a Perfect style reel from Farlow's of London a 2 3 4 inch "Aluminum" model reel. Adjustable check. The check mechanism is a bit similar to Hardy's 1912 check system. Holdfast logo and maker info stamped on winding plate. No line grooves. Correct smooth brass foot. There is some spool spindle play and a bit of wobble. Still a very scarce size Farlow's reel. extremely hard to find!