Hardy Limited Edition Palakona - "The Catskill" Bamboo Rod 6'8" 4wt 7'2" of which this is #6

of which this is #6

The serial number is also lettered on the wrap flat of both tips

the smaller sizes of the series rarely come to market

Here's their description of this particular model:

Hardy Limited Edition Palakona - "The Catskill" Bamboo Rod 6'8" 4wt 7'2" of which this is #6For sale here is a very scarce and unused Hardy Palakona "Catskill" model bamboo rod. One of twenty five rods made by Hardy's in 1997 as a limited edition run, along with the "Blue Ridge" and "Yellowstone" models. Six feet and eight inches in length, two sections with two tips. The rod is completely original and in unused condition. Cigar grip with down locking ring and hooded retainer w roll stamped Hardy identifiers, bright guides and hardware,