French, Paul - Midge 6'3 4wt Bamboo Rod Marc Aroner A handsome little reel

A handsome little reel

Bright aluminum down-locking reel seat with a handsome walnut spacer

nickel silver pocket cap with the Leonard stamp " H

For sale here is a 3 5/8" Hardy Perfect fly reel from the pre-WWII era (made in late 1920s/1930s) with a Duplicated Mk II check

Maker" die stamp on the butt cap

French, Paul - Midge 6'3 4wt Bamboo Rod Marc Aroner A handsome little reelFor sale here is a Paul French "Midge" bamboo rod 6'3" 2 2 for a 4 weight line. Paul French built most of his rods in the 90's and was greatly influenced at that time by Darryl Whitehead. He built very exquisite rods and those fortunate enough to own one tend to hold on to them. This one remains in excellent condition, full length and straight. The rod features darkly tempered cane with black wraps. Red and gold tipping at the winding check, ferrules,