Hardy Palakona "The Marvel" Bamboo Rod -- 7'6" 3/2 4-5wt EF Payne Rod Company Includes original labeled bag and

Includes original labeled bag and perhaps a later replacement tube as many of these rods didn't come with a tube

The classic cigar grip measures 5 3/8" with moderate soiling that should clean up easily

Caramel colored tempered cane with rich burgundy silks and gold tipping

It does have some end play and comes with a thrust washer resting at the base of the spindle to assist in this regard

Hardy Palakona "The Marvel" Bamboo Rod -- 7'6" 3/2 4-5wt EF Payne Rod Company Includes original labeled bag andFor sale here is a scarce Hardy Palakona "The Marvel" bamboo rod. 7 1 2 feet, three sections with two tips, for a four or five weight line. The rod is in excellent condition. All sections are full length and straight. Transparent silks. Aluminum cap and ring over all cork reel seat. Serial number H2822 made in 1955. Complete with wooden ferrule plugs as well as aluminum male ferrule protectors. Comes with its original Hardy bag and tube.