Precautions required with an old Hardy Fly rod?
Posted: Wed Mar 25, 2020 12:51 pm
Hello everyone,
I was fortunate enough to be given a Hardy "The Perfection" Palakona 9' #5 split cane 2-piece fly rod. It is in remarkably good condition and is complete with original bag. It does have a small set in the tip section, but I suspect it will still fish ok. I am fairly certain the rod has not been used for a long time. Accordingly, I would like to tap into the collective expertise of forum members and ask: What attention/precautions (if any) are recommended before using the rod. All the rings and whippings are sound and the ferrule is in good condition. I intend - once this appalling Corona virus crisis is over - to use the rod on the Derbyshire Derwent fly fishing for trout and grayling. However, I would appreciate any advice on how I might bring this rod safely into regular use.
Stay safe everyone.
Regards and thanks, Rob
I was fortunate enough to be given a Hardy "The Perfection" Palakona 9' #5 split cane 2-piece fly rod. It is in remarkably good condition and is complete with original bag. It does have a small set in the tip section, but I suspect it will still fish ok. I am fairly certain the rod has not been used for a long time. Accordingly, I would like to tap into the collective expertise of forum members and ask: What attention/precautions (if any) are recommended before using the rod. All the rings and whippings are sound and the ferrule is in good condition. I intend - once this appalling Corona virus crisis is over - to use the rod on the Derbyshire Derwent fly fishing for trout and grayling. However, I would appreciate any advice on how I might bring this rod safely into regular use.
Stay safe everyone.
Regards and thanks, Rob