Dingley Fly Reel 3 1/2" St. George Style 6'10" The rod can be felt

The rod can be felt flexing in the grip though I wouldn't call it overly parabolic

The 8040 is considered by many to be the best of the Granger/W&M line-up

A nice example of Gary's work

A great classic style salmon reel that won't break the bank

designated as a reel for grilse or large sea trout

Dingley Fly Reel 3 1/2" St. George Style 6'10" The rod can be feltFor sale here is a Dingley St. George style fly reel in excellent original condition. 3 1 2" diameter. Right hand retrieve. Stamped for J. J. S. Walker Bampton likely made by Ernest Dingley. Foot is original and unaltered. Strong adjustable check. Bronze line guide. Spool width is 5 8". Weight is 8 oz. The majority of the original leading remains. Ready to fish or collect!