Hardy St. George 3 3/4" Fly Reel with agate line guide 8 As you can tell by

As you can tell by the serial number of this one (170)

Graham Turner writing in his 2009 "Fishing Tackleâ" says ~ "The Dingley is in my opinion one of the most desirable fixed spool reelsâ"

Edwards Tournament fly rod known to exist

This one would make a great addition to your collection or for use on your next fishing trip

stripping guide and snake guides finished with English bronze effect

Hardy St. George 3 3/4" Fly Reel with agate line guide 8 As you can tell byFor sale here is a classic Hardy St. George reel diameter is 3 3 4". Badged for Sam Wells of Eureka, CA. Three screw latch. Transitional early ivorine handle and un engageable spare spring and pawl. Most likely from 1922 1924. Great leading on the reel. Patent 24245 noted on outer frame. Pawls and gear teeth still in superb shape. No wobble or end play to speak of. Original smooth brass foot is un filed. Tension regulator works as intended. Smoky gray