Bidspirit auction | Mid-20th Century Hardy's Split-Cane Bamboo

Mid-20th Century Hardy's Split-Cane Bamboo Fly Fishing Rod - A mid-20th century split-cane bamboo fly fishing rod manufactured by Hardy's of Alnwick. The rod is built in four sections, including two interchangeable tip sections. It features a hexagonal split-cane body with maroon silk wrappings, a tapered cork handle, and aluminum reel seat hardware. The butt ferrule is stamped with serial number H23270 and text reading MADE BY HARDY'S ENGLAND. The reel seat features a plate reading HARDY'S REGD UNIVERSAL REEL HOLDER. The butt section displays three Royal Warrants labeled By Appointment. A green canvas carry bag is included with a label referring to the late King George V.