Hardy Bros. Palakona "CC de France" Bamboo Rod 8' 5wt 7'8" The reel weighs 7 1/2

The reel weighs 7 1/2 oz

Appears to be in unused condition and set up for right hand retrieve

Chrome guides wrapped in a very light brown with tiny black edges

The ferrule fit is excellent and the ferrule plug is included

3 1/2" diameter

Hardy Bros. Palakona "CC de France" Bamboo Rod 8' 5wt 7'8" The reel weighs 7 1/2For sale here is a Hardy Palakona "CC de France" 8' 5wt bamboo fly rod made in April of 1967. The rod had one tip, as was typical with Hardy rods. Blonde cane, reverse twist snake guides, agate stripper, oxidized brass ferrules, small cigar grip, bright aluminum cap and ring, bright red silks that contrast beautifully with the blonde cane. "G. R. STOCKS" written just below the female ferrule. The rod is in very good overall condition with the