Hardy Marvel Special Fly Rod 7’6″ 3/2 #5 7'3" From the early Maxwell period

From the early Maxwell period at Leonard

This Orvis 1874 Limited Edition Reproduction Reel is an excellent reissue of the early Orvis original

The rod tube is brushed aluminum with T&T's classic heavy brass top and collar

and practical fellow that he was

Serial # 754

Hardy Marvel Special Fly Rod 7’6″ 3/2 #5 7'3" From the early Maxwell periodFor 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