The rod has richly flamed cane
With 2 7/8" diameter side plates and strong and even working click
The smooth brass foot is in fine condition and has not been altered
The dove tail constructed cabinet with brass hinges and fittings still retains its leather carrying handle
The Cardells were close friends with the Youngs and this rod was made as a family Christmas gift in 1954 for Kent Cardell
Pezon et Michel Super Parabolic PPP, Fario Club Bamboo Rod 8'5 2/2 6wt 8'1" The rod has richly flamedFor sale here is a Pezon et Michel Super Parabolic PPP, Fario Club bamboo rod. 2. 57 metres, 8'5", #6, 2 2. Made in France. Staggered ferrule set up with original plug; green tyings tipped with red; in original P & M red satin bag and screw top tube. In very good original condition. Number appears to be 2669. Note, this is a French made P&M, not a Sharpe's or Farlow's rod built on a P&M blank. In 1949, a new series was created, even more sophisticated