Hardy CC De France 8′ 3 piece plus spare tip Palakona cane fly rod with bag 1958

Maker: Hardy

Model: CC de France Palakona

Approximate year of manufacture: 1958

Condition: Fine with bag

Material: Bamboo split cane

Length/ diameter: 8′ three piece plus spare tip

Country of manufacture: Alnwick England

Ideal use: Fish or collect

TT opinion: A rare Hardy CC de France Palakona 8’ 3 piece plus spare tip split cane bamboo fly rod built in 1958, rod number H14915. The rod is a fine example. Bronze close whippings and clear agate butt and tip guides. Bronze ferrule 10” cork handle, light alloy reel fittings. Fabulous rod rarely seen in this 8’ length. Suit line #4. Comes in makers green fitted cloth bag.