A scarce Hardy Uniqua fly reel, 3-1/8" diameter, set up for the traditional right-hand wind. This is a circa 1910 model with a unique check mechanism that Hardy used for a brief period with the Uniqua. The reel also boasts several interesting features, including the semi-circular stamping on the spool only, while the backplate sports two concentric targets around the spindle cover (and no writing). I can't recall seeing this combination on this model before. The reel has a horseshoe latch, an ivorine handle, and a smooth brass foot. Excellent overall condition with some typical finish loss throughout, but no major issues, and the spool is remarkably tight for this model. The inside of this frame sports the initials "JS" (Jimmy Smith, 1908–1960) and the frame and spool have matching parts stamps. No bag. A very fine and interesting example of this model.