Hardy Perfect 3 1/8" 1912 check w/ red agate 7'4" This reel might be the

This reel might be the pinnacle of light salmon or steelhead reels and unfortunately they're not made anymore

Another is a tiny "R

This rod was one of the favorite mentioned by Charlie Phair in his early (and excellent) book on atlantic salmon fishing

The usual Howells ferrule design

For sale here is a rod made by Jim Clarkson of Raptor Rodworks in Chico California

Hardy Perfect 3 1/8" 1912 check w/ red agate 7'4" This reel might be theFor sale here is a Hardy Perfect with a highly coveted 1912 check and red agate line guide. 3 1 8" diameter. RHW. Ivory handle spins freely. Strap over tensioner and associated drag strength works perfectly. The red agate line guide is cracked in places but none inhibits the function of the reel or would abrade your line. The reel foot is 2. 95" long and the reel weighs 6. 4 oz. Another collector grade Hardy Perfect for sale here. Don't let it get