Hi, I'd be interested in folks opinions on whether they think this Hardy Perfect is a Spitfire finish or if it has just had the original finish polished off. Part of me thinks its a spitfire, but then I look at where the reel has pitted and I then wonder whether the original finish has been polished off.

Would be interested in peoples opinions.

Thanks
Simon

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Looks to have been polished to me. The Spitfire finish seems more smoothly polished if that makes sense. I had a uniqua (1930s) that had a similar finish to that one. Could be wrong/ Hang on I have a book with them in, I'll go find and report back...

I will say polished as well, but a lovely reel all the same.
S.

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That the wily trout of the smallest size, against a rock doth lie. SKB tackle supporter. I love Furled Leaders.

I once had a 1949 33/4" W Spitfire Perfect. They were all of post war manufacture - hence the name really.

The reel foot, amongst other fittings, dates the reel pictured as very much pre-war.

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Hi Simon,

Does the reel have any initials in it?
Most of the true "spitfires" had Jimmy Smith's initials.
That style of Hardy logo would imply 1950's if I remember correctly.
Still a nice user thou.

Brian

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Sorry for the delay in replying. Thanks for all your replies. There are no initials inside the reel, only a "2" stamped inside.

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