Hardy St. John MK2 Fly Reel EF Payne Rod Company The ebonite handle grasp spins

The ebonite handle grasp spins freely

There is a small crack in the collar above the cap

resin finished for durability which gives it the tradition look of oil cloth but will not crock (rub off)

A very fine classic fishing reel that will hold up to a five weight line

Some say this model was designed for fishing the AuSable River "hex" hatch from a boat

Hardy St. John MK2 Fly Reel EF Payne Rod Company The ebonite handle grasp spinsA nice Hardy St. John Mark II salmon reel, 3 7 8 diameter and set up for LHW (but reversible). 2 screw latch. Enamel finish and smooth aluminum foot. Near mint condition with some mounting marks on the foot and a few minute specks on the frame. Comes in the original black vinyl case.