Hardy Palakona "Taupo" 10' #7 Bamboo Fly Rod 3/1 8'6' Set up for right-hand retrieve

Set up for right-hand retrieve but can be switched to left

For sale here is a 9' 2/2 Paul Young Ace bamboo rod

Original green bag and brass capped tube

Cigar grip with cap & ring slide band over butternut spacer

Period bag and brass top tube

Hardy Palakona "Taupo" 10' #7 Bamboo Fly Rod 3/1 8'6' Set up for right-hand retrieveFor sale here is a Hardy Palakona "Taupo" #7 10' bamboo fly rod. Three sections with one tip. Probably made that way. All original with emerald silks that contrast nicely with the light cane. Rod is in good condition although it could use a polishing. Tip has a very slight set to the left. All other sections are straight. Medium action for a 7 or 8 wt, would be a great rod for swinging flies. Ferrules sizes 21 64 and 15 64. Rod weighs 8 1 4 oz.