Hardy St. Aidan Reel Salmon and Steelhead Rods a pioneer of the sport

a pioneer of the sport whose contributions and knowledge frequented the Fishing Gazette in articles by George Kelson

weighing 4 ounces and built for a #6 line

This amusing and short book related the misadventures of a dry fly obsessed fisherman who lost his "Spinoza" rod overboard on the first day of his honeymoon at a remote Maine lodge

There is some small brassing here and there but the ferrule fit is nice and tight

Hardy St. Aidan Reel Salmon and Steelhead Rods a pioneer of the sportA nice Hardy St Aidan fly reel. 3 3 4" diameter set up for left hand wind. Some rim rash but looks as though it's only been very lightly used. Unknown modern line on the spool, possibly an #8 or a #9. Tiny bend in foot. Original Hardy pouch with instructions. This one is a good fishable classic reel that won't break your budget.