Hardy Graphite Smuggler 8′ 2-1/2″ travel 7 pce trout fly rod #6 with bag

Maker: Hardy

Model: Graphite Smuggler

Approximate year of manufacture: 1990

Condition: Fine with bag

Material: Carbon

Length/ diameter: 8’2-1/2″ #6

Country of manufacture: Alnwick England

Ideal use: trout grayling fly fishing

Item stock location: Stoke

TT opinion: A classic Hardy 8′ 2.5″ 7-piece Smuggler fly rod in fine condition.  Line rated #6, with a packed length of only 15.5″ this is ideal for the travelling angler. Graphite grey blank, is still regarded as one of the best Hardy made. Spigot joints and shaped cork handle with light alloy reel fittings. Crisp action. A good all-round river and stream rod for trout or grayling. Comes in maker’s original cloth bag.