Hardy Perfect 4 1/4" Wide Drum Fly Reel 7'9" and still a professional tiers

and still a professional tiers favorite

This is the larger version of Ari 't Hart's AR model

The reel's diameter is 2 3/4" and the spool width is 7/8"

For sale here is a Phillipson Pacemaker bamboo rod

To be honest I was amazed when I saw the quality of Tom's craftsmanship

Hardy Perfect 4 1/4" Wide Drum Fly Reel 7'9" and still a professional tiersFor sale here is a fine Hardy 4 1 4" Wide Drum Perfect with the Hardy's Duplicated MKII check mechanism. There are no apparent repairs or unoriginal parts. Full length unmolested smooth brass foot. No cracks, chips, or dings. The tensioner works perfectly throughout its range. Very strong check. Fat ebonite handle is perfect. The reel retains the majority of its original finish and has no noticeable wobble or end play.