The Handle revolves smoothly on its Steel Pin, no cracks, no losses or other issues. The Center-screw (reverse thread) and Face-plate both un-screw and re-tighten smoothly, as designed, all good threads, no issues. Spool runs well, no more than 2mm "rock".
With a smooth and strongly working / audible Strapped Turks Head Adjustable Rim Tensioner, all intact and in good order generally, as shown clearly. Shown comprehensively in the many pictures, please examine them closely to ensure the item is suitable for your needs. I always show items in their true light and will never deliberately hide a negative or detrimental aspect. Any questions please get in touch.
I will Post in the U. I always provide a Top-Class Service, and a well packed item, please see my Feedback for References. Get images that make Supersized seem small. The item "BRASS FACE HARDY'S PAT PERFECT REEL FLY FISHING ROD IN HAND TURKS HEAD Ca 1900" is in sale since Saturday, October 31, 2020. This item is in the category "Sporting Goods\Fishing\Vintage Fishing\Reels".The seller is "musicreddog_0" and is located in Mere - Wiltshire. This item can be shipped worldwide.