Dingley, 3"!!

[thegubster]

Recently gifted to me by a very caring forum member. Can't say that enough...





I'm a lefty, unfortunately and strung her up for RH wind as per the reel. Didn't really like it much so I've got her re-wound for LH wind now and think it'll be just a wonderful little gem on a few nice 4wts I have.

You know who you are. So, THANK YOU, again! She will remain in my family forever. My 31 yr. old son is very happy to hear this...

Jeremy... a very lucky Jeremy!

[jhuskey]

Yes you are a lucky guy Jeremy! That is a great looking Dingley and perfect trout size - use it well!
John

[bulldog1935]

extremely nice reel with a foot that fits just about everything
very thoughtful and generous gift.

[Canebum]

Nice reel with an interesting retaining screw.

[thegubster]

Thanks gents. I can't believe how smooth this little rascal is.

And that redone foot..Pfoot...is a pleasure just to touch. Amazingly nice bit of work!
It'll fit well on a few of my 4wts.

Jeremy.

[teter]

Very nice. Congratulations; I'm sure you will enjoy it.

[oldfishbrain]

Recently gifted to me by a very caring forum member. Can't say that enough...





I'm a lefty, unfortunately and strung her up for RH wind as per the reel. Didn't really like it much so I've got her re-wound for LH wind now and think it'll be just a wonderful little gem on a few nice 4wts I have.

You know who you are. So, THANK YOU, again! She will remain in my family forever. My 31 yr. old son is very happy to hear this...

Jeremy... a very lucky Jeremy!

Jeremy I think I have his/her brother/sister. See:viewtopic.php?f=72&t=75055&p=601056#p601056

[Cork & Cane]

Jeremy, congratulations on having such a friend to give you such a gift. Just wonderful, an experience that will always give you good thoughts and will last a lifetime.

I am right handed, and prefer my trout fishing reels to be LHW. I recently acquired a Hardy St George 3", 3 screws and buttery smooth. The thinking was that "It's a desireable reel" in excellent condition and I could always sell it, it was part of an involved deal with reels, cash and a rod. Since fishing with it a few times this summer, I think I can get over my LHW bias, changing hands with the rod/reel is really not a big factor after a day of getting used to it, so for the moment where this reel is concerned I am ambidextrous.

Peter

[thegubster]

Jeremy I think I have his/her brother/sister. See:viewtopic.php?f=72&t=75055&p=601056#p601056

Hi Alex. I just found this post of yours. I apologize but I answered it on your posted link.

I do hope you're finding it fixed and usable to your satisfaction.

Thanks,

Jeremy.

[thegubster]

Jeremy, congratulations on having such a friend to give you such a gift. Just wonderful, an experience that will always give you good thoughts and will last a lifetime.

I am right handed, and prefer my trout fishing reels to be LHW. I recently acquired a Hardy St George 3", 3 screws and buttery smooth. The thinking was that "It's a desireable reel" in excellent condition and I could always sell it, it was part of an involved deal with reels, cash and a rod. Since fishing with it a few times this summer, I think I can get over my LHW bias, changing hands with the rod/reel is really not a big factor after a day of getting used to it, so for the moment where this reel is concerned I am ambidextrous.

Peter

Hello Peter,

Thank you. I'm a right-handed guy too and ALL of my reels are LHW, to include how I use this Dingley. I tried to work her RHW but ended up going back to what suited me more. Doesn't bug me one bit that the clicks are reversed for as much as I pay attention to it but I admire your changing it up and that you can be comfy with it.

The reel has a very unique story to it and hopefully one day when we shake hands I'll share that with you.

I've never met the gifter...and he still amazes me!

Thanks Peter and I hope all is well with you up 'ere in God's Country!

Jeremy.