Hardy Marvel 7' 3wt Bamboo Rod

Hardy Marvel 7' 3wt Bamboo RodFor sale here is a Hardy Marvel bamboo fly rod 7' 3 1 for a 3 weight line. Near mint condition. Originally made as a one tip rod. Extra tips were optional and cost $1000. The serial number is 2LB208817, which I believe corresponds to a build date of November 1999. Aluminum slide band over cork spacer, dark green silk wraps with gold edges, bright guides and tip tops, oxidized nickel silver ferrules, ferrule plugs (replacements), agate stripper guide,

Random node pattern

varnish finish

Two Carboloy strippers

with a hidden pocket cap

Used but good condition

The ferrules are 14/64 and the ferrule fit is Baginski-tight

Striking red silks with black tips

so this would suggest this reel could have been one of the last ones produced by Dingley prior to him opening his own shop

This drag system was unmatched in the American market back in the 50's and is still craved by many

and a special supplement regarding the Winston Fly Line

Don't let this one get away - you may not see another one

The red agate line guide is cracked in places but none inhibits the function of the reel or would abrade your line