Hardy Special Perfect Fly Reel 8' With a total broken down

With a total broken down length of 16" in the case it certainly lives up to its name

working in conservation for a very long time

The finish appears more like the "leaded" finish rather than the typical dark enamel finish (but it's not)

Morgan to a prior owner of this rod

Though back issues can be found

Hardy Special Perfect Fly Reel 8' With a total broken downFor sale here is a Hardy Special Perfect with duplicated MKII check and ebonite handle. Full length ribbed brass reel foot that has not been altered. The diameter of all Special Perfect reels is 3 1 4". Mechanically the reel is excellent. No issues whatsoever. A fine example!