210 A rare Hardy 1st model alloy Perfect 3 ⅝” solid drummed trout fly reel,

domed ivorine handle, broad triple drum pillars each pierced with two holes, brass foot, strapped rim tension screw and early calliper spring check mechanism, open ball race with phosphor bronze bearings (one lacking), solid drum (no perforations) with milled nickel silver locking screw and faceplate stamped Rod in Hand trade mark, enclosed oval and straight line logos, reel retains much of the original lead finish  with the normal wear you would expect for a reel of this vintage, one of the most sought after models in the alloy Perfect range, circa 1896 (see illustration) £1600-2600