Hardy Perfect 3 3/4" Pre-WWII wide drum fly reel Gary Siemer The ferrules are size 18/64

The ferrules are size 18/64 and 12/64

Reel weighs 12

muddler minnows

Fully seated there is a 1/8" gap in the ferrule to allow for wear over time

Wagner charges $3600 for a Classic Series rod

Hardy Perfect 3 3/4" Pre-WWII wide drum fly reel Gary Siemer The ferrules are size 18/64For sale here is a very nice example of a pre war Hardy Perfect Duplicated MK II wide drum fly reel from the late 1920s. Much of the leaded surface still remains. Original, unmolested ribbed brass foot. The tensioner functions perfectly throughout its range. The spool spindle fit is nice and tight. The ebonite handle spins freely. No cracks, chips, or dings. The initials "JS" (for Jimmy Smith) appear on the winding plate. All in all, a spectacular pre