Hardy Bros. Palakona "CC de France" Bamboo Rod 8' 5wt 7'8" mahogany colored fiberglass blank with

mahogany colored fiberglass blank with matching wraps and two bands of fine gold tipping

These issues do not hinder use of the doors

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

Ferrule plugs are my brass and cork combination

The reel weighs 7 1/2 oz

Hardy Bros. Palakona "CC de France" Bamboo Rod 8' 5wt 7'8" mahogany colored fiberglass blank withFor 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