Hardy Brass Face Perfect 2 1/2" 1896 Check 13' The long length allows for

The long length allows for excellent mending and line control as well as superb roll casts

but everything else clearly points to a Tom Maxwell built rod

The rod is in unused condition

3" frame width

Hardy Brass Face Perfect 2 1/2" 1896 Check 13' The long length allows forFor sale here is very rare brass face Hardy Perfect wide drum fly reel 2 1 2" diameter with the early 1896 check with all three logos on the winding plate. Cosmetically and functionally the reel is in excellent condition, with no prior repairs and none needed. Full length original foot. Ivory handle spins freely. Stamped "5" throughout. Four cusps on the spool. The spool screw is a bit buggered, but original and still totally functional. The reel