Harada Rod 7'9 3/1 5wt

Harada Rod 7'9 3/1 5wtFor sale here is a bamboo rod handcrafted in Japan by Katsumi Harada 7'9, 3 1 for a 5 weight line. This rod features a graphite spigot ferrule system which allows the rod taper to flex consistently through the ferrule sections. Orange silk wraps are tipped black. The rod weighs a mere 3. 4 oz. Full flexing, medium fast parabolic action. The rod is nodeless. Urethane varnish is very nicely done. Comes with custom rod bag. The rod has been fished, so

For sale here is a leaded pre-war 3 7/8" Hardy Perfect

Don't miss out on this distinctive reel from Ari 't Hart

almost white tipping

Bright nickel silver down-locking reel seat over a mortised wood spacer

Overall tension can be adjusted in various combinations between the pawl and brake shoe by means of two individual knobs which each drive a spring loaded stem against their respective lever arm

The glass-like Urushi lacquer finish takes three months to complete and results in a thin coat that is flexible and waterproof while at the same time being heat resistant and very durable

Cigar-style grip 6" in length with moderate soiling

8'6 2/2 for a 6 weight line

We're lucky to have two of these fine Hardy St George Junior reels that Hardy reissued approximately ten years ago

Medium fast dry fly action

This rod is supposed to be catching big salmon or steelhead

The extra length of this rod compared to more traditional bamboo rods casting a #4 line gives this rod an edge in casting and line control