Hardy St. George 3" Fly Reel Gary Howells This was the first rod

This was the first rod Walt made after leaving Leonard in 1980 when he started the W

The step-down ferrules have a perfect fit

and of the highest quality

"EF32" stamped on the butt cap

The rod features straw colored cane with transparent golden-yellow wraps with chestnut tipping at the winding check and tip-tops

Hardy St. George 3" Fly Reel Gary Howells This was the first rodFor sale here is a scarce three rivet latch (not three screw) Hardy St. George 3" fly reel with agate line guard. Excellent overall condition though it does show its age finish wise. The Archuleta replacement ivorine handle grasp spins freely. Both parts stamped "5". No mechanical issues to speak of. A really scarce version of the very popular St. George model.