Jim Hidy Bamboo Fly Rod 7'3" 3/2 #3 1-Piece There is no damage

There is no damage

Bolt is the heir apparent to the Howells legacy

The finish is superb with a very light coat

This is an excellent example of a Hardy rod from this period

The cap and ring were oxidized but only 5 to 10%

Jim Hidy Bamboo Fly Rod 7'3" 3/2 #3 1-Piece There is no damageA nice Jim Hidy bamboo fly rod, 7'3", 3 piece, 2 tip and built for a #3 line. Serial #5205H3. The rod weighs 3. 6 ounces on my scale. Moderate used condition. Semi parabolic action. Blonde cane done in a three up node pattern configuration on the butt and mid and a spiral pattern on the tips. The main wraps are light brown with a black edge at the keeper and black halfway on the ferrule wraps. Carbide stripper and black snakes with a small bit of wear