Hardy Flyweight Silent Check Reel 8'6' but there are no cracks

but there are no cracks in the sideplates and no rim dings

Scripted weight and actual weight of the rod is 2 1/2 oz

The Swiss-style ferrules are size 14/64

There is a piece about Chauncy Lively

Medium color cane done in a spiral node pattern

Hardy Flyweight Silent Check Reel 8'6' but there are no cracksA nice Hardy Featherweight silent check fly reel. 2 1 2" diameter, and with a fairly neutral bias (the line guard is set up for LHW). Made by Hardy for Abercrombie and Fitch. Smooth alloy foot. Two screw latch plate with a reversible U shaped two screw nickel silver line guard. Good used condition with normal cosmetic wear throughout. The reel packs into a leather and canvas Orvis bag.