Parker Hawes Fly Rod Data Point

[Bruce Day]

Although these photos have been shown before, here they are again in response to Dave's post.

The Parker-Hawes and the Hawes rods are rarely found. The rod action is highly regarded even today among bamboo rod enthusiasts. Last I heard for prices of ones in good to excellent condition at auction, they were upwards of $2000 and comparable with high end Leonards, Howells and Carmichaels. I don't know if they would reach the level of some Gary Howells, presently at $3500 to $4000, a Carmichael, about the same, or a Payne, some up to $7000 to $8000.

This is mine, a 9', 5 to 6wt rod at a little over 4 ounces.

If one is found needing work, there are excellent rod restorers.