Hardy Perfect 3 5/8" Silent Check

Hardy Perfect 3 5/8" Silent CheckFor sale here is a extremely scarce silent check version of the Hardy Perfect from the 1930s. 3 5 8" diameter. Right hand retrieve. Decent overall condition. The agate line guide has two hairline cracks. The ribbed brass foot is full length. The tensioner works as intended. The ebonite handle spins freely on its post. The drag pad is worn (see last photo) and needs to be replaced, which should be an easy task for any reel mechanic.

Diameter: 2 9/16"

Although the rod is certainly suited for dry flies it can handle just about any situation on your local trout stream

with an actual weight of 3 3/4 oz

built for a #5 Line

Comes with the original Orvis zippered reel case

Used but very good condition

The oxidized Swiss-style ferrules are size 14/64 with a perfect fit

There are a few light marks in the spacer

For sale here is a Bob Summers Deluxe Model 856 bamboo fly rod - 8' 2/2 for a 5-6wt line

Mint condition with the exception of some marks on the latch cover

there is a bit of soiling

Bright nickel silver down-locking reel seat over a beautifully figured bird's eye maple spacer