Hardy Bros. Riccardi Palakona Bamboo Rod 7' 6wt 9'6" The reel is set up

The reel is set up for right hand retrieve but can be switched to left

Full-flexing action (you can even feel it into the grip)

Full-length and unfiled n/s foot with a 6/0 stamp

A scarce book due to the publisher's small print run

All in all

Hardy Bros. Riccardi Palakona Bamboo Rod 7' 6wt 9'6" The reel is set upFor sale here is a Hardy "Riccardi" Palakona bamboo rod staggered ferrule construction. Seven feet, two sections with one tip. The rod is completely original and in excellent condition. Both sections are full length and straight. Striking yellow silks with black tips. Aluminum cap and slide band over an all cork reel seat. The ferrule size is 17 64. Serial number K J which dates the rod to October 1968. The rod weighs 3 1 2 oz. Fast action rod!