Hardy Perfect 3 3/8" 1912 fly reel - red agate 6' The stripping guide ring is

The stripping guide ring is slightly bent as seen in the photos

all the while remaining light and accurate

The rod has bright Super Z ferrules and blued snake guides

George 3 3/4" and Sage had them add a palming rim

For sale here is a Hardy Bougle 3" MKV reel - Centenary Edition

Hardy Perfect 3 3/8" 1912 fly reel - red agate 6' The stripping guide ring isFor sale here is a Hardy Perfect with a highly coveted 1912 check and un blemished red agate line guide. 3 3 8" diameter. The smooth brass reel foot measures 2 3 8" and may have been shortened shaped, but if so, was done very uniformly. Ivory handle spins freely but does rotate with a little friction. Strap over tensioner works perfectly. All parts of the reel are stamped "5". Good overall condition mechanically with some slight play in the spool