Hardy Uniqua 3 5/8" fly reel - early 8'2" brass foot riveted to backplate

brass foot riveted to backplate and fitted with a Bickerdike style line guide

serial #10

and several more

Engraved with the original owner's name

three-screw latch

Hardy Uniqua 3 5/8" fly reel - early 8'2" brass foot riveted to backplateFor sale here is a very scarce and early Hardy Uniqua model 3 5 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 has been very slightly filed. No cracks, chips, dings. A line groove exists on the stripping pillar. A very nice and rare old