Hardy St. George 3" Fly Reel - Three Screw Latch 8'9" This color is very similar

This color is very similar to the beige shade used on older Winston rods

In the 1980's

For sale here is a spare spool for a Hardy Golden LRH Lightweight fly reel

The second tip features a small band of gold thread below the tip-top to distinguish it from the other tip

and its reel foot is dovetailed to ensure stability

Hardy St. George 3" Fly Reel - Three Screw Latch 8'9" This color is very similarFor sale here is a Hardy St. George 3 inch fly reel with three screw latch. Excellent condition throughout. Ribbed brass foot and duplicated MKII check. No cracks, chips, or dings. The agate line guide is crack free. The tension regulator works as intended. Nice strong check throughout its range. The spool rocks a bit on the spindle, but otherwise the reel is a very nice example. This is a Jimmy Smith made reel which may explain the "in the white"