Very Rare Antique 1896 Hardy Bros Brass 2 3/4” Perfect Fly Reel

This is a very rare one of the smallest size All Brass Hardy Bros Perfect Fly reel circa 1896, in excellent original condition, highly collect 2 3/4” diameter wide drum, having the early three Hardy Bros , rod in hand, straight line and oval logos, correct foot not shortened or altered, rim tensioner with Turks head locking nut, Ivorine handle, with very good original patina, having the early 1896 flat calliper spring check mechanism all original in fine order, nice and crisp! A very scarce opportunity to own this highly desirable and collectors reel.