Paul French Bamboo Rod 6'6" 2/2 #3/4 Marc Aroner which Hardy made starting in

which Hardy made starting in 1911 and which was itself inspired by the well-known tournament put on by the Casting Club of France (of which Louis Bougle was a founder and at which many renowned anglers of the day competed for accuracy and distance casting)

made 1000 of these 3" all brass Perfect replicas of their 1890's reel

Kosmic die stamp on butt cap

Spine intact

The tips are expertly bookmatched

Paul French Bamboo Rod 6'6" 2/2 #3/4 Marc Aroner which Hardy made starting inFor sale here is a Paul French bamboo rod 6 1 2 feet, 2 2 for a 3 or 4 weight. Paul French built most of his rods (not many) in the 90's and at that time was a student of Darryl Whitehead. He built very exquisite rods and those fortunate enough to own one tend to hold on to them. This one is still original, full length and in excellent+ condition. Medium fast action. Darkly flamed cane and a very handsome spiraled node pattern. Beautiful burled