Hardy St. George 3 3/8" Fly Reel - Three Screw Latch 2-piece The full nickel silver grasp

The full nickel silver grasp with counterbalance is straight as can be and doesn't rub anywhere while winding

but no corrosion

Bright aluminum up-locking reel seat with richly banded fine wood spacer

This one is serial #423

Hardy St. George 3 3/8" Fly Reel - Three Screw Latch 2-piece The full nickel silver graspFor sale here is a Hardy St. George 3 3 8 inch fly reel with three screw latch from the 1930's. Much of the original leaded finish remains. "JS" initials for reel maker Jimmy Smith. All original and in excellent condition throughout. Ribbed brass foot and duplicated MKII check. The reel has no significant end play, nice tight reel mechanically. Stunning dark brown unblemished agate line guide. Wonderful condition ebonite handle spins freely. Tension