Hardy St. John Fly Reel w/ Case EF Payne Rod Company One tip has an extra

One tip has an extra wrap band to distinguish tips

noted tier and co-author of the classic book Hair-Wing Atlantic Salmon Flies

The reel has a white colored line with backing mounted on it (judging by size this could be a #7 or #8 line)

The brass counter-balanced handle is nickel plated

This late 1960's model is in near mint condition

Hardy St. John Fly Reel w/ Case EF Payne Rod Company One tip has an extraFor sale here is an unused Hardy St. John fly reel with perfect case. Two screw latch model. Right or left hand retrieve. No line guide. The reel foot comes of a remnants of a line sticker that can removed easily.