HARDY MARKSMAN FLY ROD
In the fluid environment that we ply our craft, the demands are ever changing. Few days truly hit the mark to be deemed "perfect" although it can be argued that any day spent by water is perfect enough.
When we fish, the demands we place on little more than a couple of ounces of carbon fibre are considerable, we expect featherlight touch and feel in close, backbone enough to drive a long, fast, and accurate loop but with the durability to fight and land that fish of the day, season or even a lifetime.
The new Hardy Marksman has been designed, developed, and tested with this incredibly varied challenge in mind. A strong, yet considerably lighter blank has been matched with an all-new reel seat that further accentuates the weight reduction and promotes an almost weightless in hand feel. Fitted with titanium guides and dressed in a subtle non-flash golden olive, its understated looks hide a capability that needs to be experienced. Designed and developed in Alnwick England during Hardy's 150th year our new flagship rod "The Marksman" truly hits the mark to be deemed "perfect".
Lightweight
Line-Feel & Fishability
Durability & Strength
Fit & Finish
• SINTRIX® FLT applied to an updated mandrel design
• Significantly reduced overall weight
• Ceramic lined titanium framed stripper guides
• Titanium recoil intermediate snake guides
• Light weight and secure custom designed reel seat
• Aluminium section stoppers
• Supplied in Hardy aluminium rod tube
• Rod of choice for the widest range of conditions
Compare Hardy Marksman Fly Rod models
| Model Number | Rod Length | Line Rating | Number of Pieces | Rod Action | Rod Handle Type | Rod Handle Material | Color | Water Type | Net Weight | Sku |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HROMAR803 | 8' | 3 wt | 4 | Medium Fast | RHW | AAAA Cork | Satin Bronze | Freshwater | 2.2 oz | 62 g | 1590682 |
| HROMAR804 | 8' | 4 wt | 4 | Medium Fast | RHW | AAAA Cork | Satin Bronze | Freshwater | 2.3 oz | 65 g | 1590683 |
| HROMAR864 | 8'6" | 4 wt | 4 | Medium Fast | RHW | AAAA Cork | Satin Bronze | Freshwater | 2.4 oz | 68 g | 1590684 |
| HROMAR865 | 8'6" | 5 wt | 4 | Medium Fast | RHW | AAAA Cork | Satin Bronze | Freshwater | 2.6 oz | 74 g | 1590685 |
| HROMAR904 | 9' | 4 wt | 4 | Medium Fast | RHW | AAAA Cork | Satin Bronze | Freshwater | 2.6 oz | 74 g | 1590686 |
| HROMAR905 | 9' | 5 wt | 4 | Medium Fast | RHW | AAAA Cork | Satin Bronze | Freshwater | 2.7 oz | 77 g | 1590687 |
| HROMAR906 | 9' | 6 wt | 4 | Medium Fast | RHW | AAAA Cork | Satin Bronze | Freshwater | 2.8 oz | 79 g | 1590688 |
| HROMAR907 | 9' | 7 wt | 4 | Medium Fast | FW+EH | AAAA Cork | Satin Bronze | Freshwater | 3.1 oz | 88 g | 1590689 |
| HROMAR966 | 9'6" | 6 wt | 4 | Medium Fast | FW+EH | AAAA Cork | Satin Bronze | Freshwater | 3.1 oz | 88 g | 1590690 |
| HROMAR967 | 9'6" | 7 wt | 4 | Medium Fast | FW+EH | AAAA Cork | Satin Bronze | Freshwater | 3.4 oz | 96 g | 1590691 |
| HROMAR968 | 9'6" | 8 wt | 4 | Medium Fast | FW+EH | AAAA Cork | Satin Bronze | Freshwater | 3.4 oz | 96 g | 1590692 |
| HROMAR1004 | 10' | 4 wt | 4 | Medium Fast | RHW | AAAA Cork | Satin Bronze | Freshwater | 2.8 oz | 79 g | 1590693 |
| HROMAR1005 | 10' | 5 wt | 4 | Medium Fast | RHW | AAAA Cork | Satin Bronze | Freshwater | 10 oz | 283 g | 1590694 |
| HROMAR1006 | 10' | 6 wt | 4 | Medium Fast | FW+EH | AAAA Cork | Satin Bronze | Freshwater | 3.4 oz | 96 g | 1590695 |
| HROMAR1007 | 10' | 7 wt | 4 | Medium Fast | FW+EH | AAAA Cork | Satin Bronze | Freshwater | 3.4 oz | 96 g | 1590696 |
| HROMAR1008 | 10' | 8 wt | 4 | Medium Fast | FW+EH | AAAA Cork | Satin Bronze | Freshwater | 3.6 oz | 102 g | 1590697 |
FOUR SECTION
RHW
FW+EH
DEVELOPED AND TESTED WITH THE BEST
HOWARD CRoston
Lead Hardy Rod Designer & Two-Time World Champion
“When starting on the design process for the new Marksman series, weight, or more accurately weight reduction was a key consideration. Weight even in its smallest increments steals feel and robs the angler of connection, control and ultimately accuracy. The new Marksman blends significant weight reduction and all its associated advantages with the strength and durability that has made Sintrix a watch word for reliability.”
ALI TAIT
UK National Bank Champion
“I have personally fished with countless fly rods. Nothing quite delivers in the same way as the new Hardy Marksman does. The design and detail in both the blank and the finish stands out in a crowd and performs accurately with everything from floaters to fast sinkers. It is the compete all-round competition and pleasure rod and my personal favorite.”
DAVID PARKER
UK - National & International Rivers Champion
“The standout difference for me has been the tip recovery, for such a light weight rod that is so easy to cast, the recovery and ability to create tight loops and high line speed has been a real surprise. My test sample has quickly become my go-to rod of choice.”
JOSH PIPER
UK Two-Time Member of the England Bank Team
“This field sample of the Hardy Marksman has been great. It has had come serious use in many competitions and pleasure days. I relied more and more on this rod as the season progressed, particularly when fishing any of the top water methods.”
PAUL PROCTER
Cumbria UK Vice President, Wild Trout Trust
“Whether fishing far-flung corners of the globe or your local waters, it’s vital the tackle we choose meets the demands of everyday situations we encounter. Incorporating revolutionary Sintrix technology, Hardy Marksman rods are unparalleled in both strength and performance. Remarkably light and extremely responsive, these rods rise to the occasion wherever you find yourself and no matter the conditions on a given day. I can truly feel the difference - casting excellence, right on target…perfect technology for outstanding results.”
RICK WOLLUM
Manager, Anglers West - Emigrant, MT
“The 9’ 5wt. Hardy Marksman is very light in hand and perfectly balanced. The accuracy is the thing that stands out the most for me. Recently, fishing the Madison River during an evening caddis hatch under low light conditions, the rod performed flawlessly and it was easy to put the fly in front of the fish I was working again and again. Overall, I couldn't ask for a better tool to have in hand than the appropriately named Marksman!”
MATT CANTOR
Owner, Brookings Fly Shop - Cashiers, NC
“I have thoroughly enjoyed the Marksman series rods. They are super lightweight in hand, effortless to cast, accurate, and after an entire season of fishing them and handing them to customers to fish, I have yet to have one break. The 10' 4wt Marksman is my new go-to rod for nymph fishing out of the drift boat, and my 9' 4wt is probably one of the best dry-dropper sticks I've ever fished for the wild stream pocket water around Western NC! BRAVO!”