Hardy Perfect 2 7/8" - Prototype Salmon and Steelhead Rods like the later equivalently-sized Leonard

like the later equivalently-sized Leonard Bimetal reels

Backing: 200 yds (30lb)

Nickel-silver ferrules with witness marks

2 TITANIUM fly reel in excellent+ condition

An excellent Mario Wojnicki fly rod

Hardy Perfect 2 7/8" - Prototype Salmon and Steelhead Rods like the later equivalently-sized LeonardFor sale here is a very scarce prototype made by Hardy Bros a 2 7 8" Perfect with agate line guide. Like new condition! Left hand retrieve only. Before Hardy's entered the production phase of the Agate Perfect in Gunmetal Grey in 2009, they made three prototypes in silver anodizing (spitfire finish). All three of the reels were handmade by Charlie Norris, chief reel designer at that time. This reel was acquired directly from Charlie in Alnwick by a