Hardy Uniqua 3 1/8" fly reel - early Vintage Fly Tackle The grip is lightly soiled

The grip is lightly soiled and very slightly ridged

The rod is in very good+ overall condition

on the faster side of medium-fast and with lots of power

this reel was a limited production "Wide Trout " model with dressed up gold trim and wood handles

Hardy Uniqua 3 1/8" fly reel - early Vintage Fly Tackle The grip is lightly soiledFor sale here is a very scarce and early Hardy Uniqua model 3 1 8" diameter with the early flat caliper spring check. Marked Hardy's Patent "Uniqua" Reel. Ivory handle. Mechanically the reel is still in good condition with a RHW fixed check and some end play like most Uniqua style reels. The original 3" long smooth brass foot is unblemished. No cracks, chips, or dings. As you can see in photo #5, the stripping pillar does have a substantial groove in