Winston Perfect 2 7/8" Fly Reel 6'3" The seat and butt cap

The seat and butt cap remain free of wear

A mint Hardy St George 3" reel in the highly desirable spitfire finish

The original grip was retained though it is shows some slight ridging

Maker" which lines up with the barrel mortise when screwed all the way to the bottom (reminiscent of Payne's famous attention to detail with their screw lock seats)

Winston Perfect 2 7/8" Fly Reel 6'3" The seat and butt capFor sale here is a 2 7 8" Winston Perfect in excellent++ condition with original reel pouch. Minor rim wear, otherwise flawless. This reel is set up for left hand retrieve but can be easily switched to right. Reversible nickel silver line guard as well. Made by Hardy Bros. in England. Made for 2 3 4 lines plus backing.