House of Hardy 7’ #3 weight Deluxe Classic 2Pc fly rod

House of Hardy Deluxe Classic 7' #3 is a highly sought-after, vintage graphite fly fishing rod manufactured in Alnwick, England, specifically designed for ultra-light trout and grayling stream fishing.
Part of Hardy’s premium traditional lineups from the late 1990s and early 2000s, this rod combines classic aesthetics with a smooth, deep-bending action.
Key Specifications & FeaturesMaterial:
High-modulus carbon fibre built on Hardy's top-tier "De-Luxe" blanks.
Length & Rating: 7 feet long, optimized for a #3 weight fly line (3wt).
Action: Traditional middle-to-full action requiring a slower, relaxed, and deliberate casting stroke.
Aesthetics: Deep burgundy coloured blank with matching silk whippings, tipped with red.
Hardware: Hand-tailored spigot joints, high-grade cork handle, nickel up-locking reel ring, butt cap and ferrule plug.
Complete with burgundy cloth bag.
I have owned this rod from new in 1997 which has had little use and is in excellent condition.