Hardy Perfect 3 5/8" MKII Check 3 Weight This is perhaps the earliest

This is perhaps the earliest example of the "Hunt" model rod

Oxidized ferrules

Original bag with stiffener and brass capped black T&T tube

raised pillar model is a replica of an early Edward Vom Hofe from the late 1880's

The rod features darkly tempered cane with caramel colored wraps

Hardy Perfect 3 5/8" MKII Check 3 Weight This is perhaps the earliestFor sale here is a Hardy Perfect 3 5 8" with MKII check and unblemished agate line guide with very beautiful coloring. Curved lettering from the 1930s. All original and correct. Full length ribbed brass foot. Ebonite handle spins freely. Tensioner works perfectly. No line burns. No cracks chips dings. No spindle play. Marked "TAG" for Hardy maker Thomas Armstrong. Weighs 7. 6 oz.