Hardy Marvel Special Fly Rod 7’6″ 3/2 #5 2-Piece Brass ferrule plug

Brass ferrule plug

so it's possible that one may have been replaced at one point

Lightly fished

Dished Payne-style front check

delicate action rod in a unique configuration

Hardy Marvel Special Fly Rod 7’6″ 3/2 #5 2-Piece Brass ferrule plugFor sale here is a Hardy Marvel Special Palakona cane, 76 3 2 for a #5 line. Medium slow action. Near mint condition. Just a tiny amount of grip soiling betrays any use. Maroon wraps, full intermediates of the same color. Agate stripper. Chrome plated snake guides. Ferrules are oxidized, seat hardware and cork check are bright. Excellent varnish, not a blemish could I find. Inscribed #5 Marvel Special, Palakona, Regd. Trade Mark. Wood and cork ferrule