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Jack Johnson, Benny Leonard, Harry Greb, Joe Gans, Willie Pep?
I personally wasn't going that far back, but that is a solid list. The only guy I would question is Greb. Thought he was more of a tough guy that just physically overpowered the opposition. Guys like Sam Langford, Charley Burley...etc., were defensive greats (from what I read) as well.