Hardy Uniqua 3 1/8" fly reel - early 7'3" Bright aluminum down-locking reel seat

Bright aluminum down-locking reel seat with a handsome wood spacer with bold grain

There is also a bit of residue from the original price tag

No fighting butt

The wraps are also somewhat similar to the original tips

This is quite a striking package

Hardy Uniqua 3 1/8" fly reel - early 7'3" Bright aluminum down-locking reel seatFor 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