Hardy St. George 3" Fly Reel - Three Screw Latch 4-Piece A small 1/2 cork (1/4")

A small 1/2 cork (1/4") knob cushions the bottom of the rod with the six sides of the bamboo exposed and coated with varnish or epoxy

For sale here is a Sage 503L fly reel

More often than not

The blued ferrules are size 12/64 with an excellent fit

Spittler possesses is beyond impressive

Hardy St. George 3" Fly Reel - Three Screw Latch 4-Piece A small 1/2 cork (1/4")For sale here is a Hardy St. George 3 inch fly reel with three screw latch from the late 1920s early 1930s. All original and in good condition. The finish is mostly worn off but it retains a pleasant look. Original length ribbed brass foot and duplicated MKII check. The reel has a bit of "spool rock" so it's not the tightest example but it's still a very fishable reel. No cracks, dings or chips. Dark brown unblemished agate line guide. Wonderful