Hardy St. George 3" Fly Reel EF Payne Rod Company For sale here is an

For sale here is an exceptional and unused flies tied by John Betts

I've added an updated brass-and-cork ferrule plug for the female on the butt section

there is a small varnish crack under the top guide on one of the tips

This rod was one of the favorite mentioned by Charlie Phair in his early (and excellent) book on atlantic salmon fishing

The rims have had a new layer of anodization applied to them

Hardy St. George 3" Fly Reel EF Payne Rod Company For sale here is anFor sale here is a Hardy St. George 3 inch fly reel with three screw latch. War time reel with bright spool and Jimmy Smith initials inside. Excellent condition throughout. A majority of the leaded finish remains. Ribbed brass foot and MKII check. No cracks, chips, or dings. The agate line guide is free of cracks. The tension regulator works as intended. Nice strong check throughout its range and a nice and tight spool spindle fit. Comes with a very