Reel has T A G. stamped inside reel This was reel maker who did final assemble. About 1930 Somewhat of a custom shop reel is in excllent fishable condition The agate line guide has 2 line s. that look like cracks. but may never go any futher. they can be replaced if needed I have a Hardy St George. With Lines like these I have used for 30 years with no trouble. It is right hand crank The hard leather case is marked Hardy made in England It is super well made. This is a perfect reel to balance out a 8 1/2’. and longer cane rods Also a great piece of fly fishing history