I will, from time to time, post rods that are available for sale. All rods are sold on a first come, first served basis. If you see something you want contact me & I will hold the rod for 10 days until I receive your payment. You can purchase the rod either by paying the total price in one payment, or you can put a down payment of 1/2 the total price (includes shipping) to hold the rod in your name, with the remainder due in thirty days. You have a 5 day inspection period in which you can return the rod for a full refund (less shipping) to me -in unused condition- if you decide the rod is not for you. This is the longest inspection period in the industry. Purchase a rod without risk or worry. Please scroll down the page to see all currently available rods.
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(Offerings are subject to change in price or withdrawn without notice.)
customrodmaker@gmail.com
Payment is in US currency only by check, money order, or Paypal. Your items ship as soon as your check clears.
(Offerings are subject to change in price or withdrawn without notice.)
customrodmaker@gmail.com
This website is updated often. Last update: August, 2019.
available for sale
7'-0", 2 tip / 2 pc, 3/4 wt
classical series bamboo
(moderate / fast action)
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Now available is this new, never fished Classical Series Bamboo fly rod, made for a 3 or 4 wt line. The moderate / fast action of this rod is perfect for those who like a slightly more brisk rod. This rod's action could easily be described by that old term "dry fly action" - though casting with wets, nymphs, & some small streamers is also a delight with this rod. You will comfortably cast this rod all day long as it's light in the hand & very responsive. It's a smooth bamboo fly rod with a slightly faster action that is a pleasure to use. It would be at home on just about any trout stream.
This rod features:
-Moderate / Fast "dry fly" action which is also great for wets & nymphs, too.
-Screw locking, up-locking reel seat with aluminum hardware* & a gorgeous maple burl wood spacer.
-Reverse half Welles grip.
-Nickle-Silver winding check (ring above the grip).
-Nickle-Silver 'strap & ring' style hook keeper.
-Chromed, stainless steel stripping guide, line guides, & tip tops.
-Nickle-Silver ferrules.
-Dark red silk thread guide wraps tipped in black silk.
-Custom fit black soft cotton flannel rod bag & a black canvas covered PVC rod tube with padded ends, zippered closure, & leather name tag describing the rod inside - also made to a custom fit for the rod.
-Moderate / Fast "dry fly" action which is also great for wets & nymphs, too.
-Screw locking, up-locking reel seat with aluminum hardware* & a gorgeous maple burl wood spacer.
-Reverse half Welles grip.
-Nickle-Silver winding check (ring above the grip).
-Nickle-Silver 'strap & ring' style hook keeper.
-Chromed, stainless steel stripping guide, line guides, & tip tops.
-Nickle-Silver ferrules.
-Dark red silk thread guide wraps tipped in black silk.
-Custom fit black soft cotton flannel rod bag & a black canvas covered PVC rod tube with padded ends, zippered closure, & leather name tag describing the rod inside - also made to a custom fit for the rod.
*This rod features an especially nice up-locking reel seat. Maple burl is a beautiful wood & this piece is no exception with brown color tones & loaded with distinct grain marks. The aluminum hardware reduces weight, while the slide band has a special inlet to accept your reel's foot. This locks your reel foot on the rod for additional security, as shown in the three photos below:
One special note to point out to you: you'll notice that both the rod bag & tube were made in my shop for an exact fit to this rod. In other words, the bag & tube were made specifically for this rod to a custom fit. You'll also notice that the red embellishment stitches marking out the pockets of the rod bag match the color of the rod's guide wraps. These little details all add up to make this a truly nice outfit.
This fly rod will cast well with either a 3 wt or a 4 wt fly line, depending on your preferences. With a 4 wt line, the rod would be a little bit slower than with a 3 wt line. For example, if I knew that I would only be casting dry flies on the rod that day I might line it with my 3 wt fly line. If, on the other hand, I might also be casting wet flies or nymphs along with dry flies, I'd probably use it with a 4 wt line that day. This is a pretty versatile rod & the livelier action is perfect for those making the transition from graphite fly rods to bamboo.
If you have any questions about this rod, please feel free to contact me.
Price: $610 + $25 Shipping & insurance (to USA, other locations please inquire about shipping costs)
If you have any questions about this rod, please feel free to contact me.
Price: $610 + $25 Shipping & insurance (to USA, other locations please inquire about shipping costs)
10'-0" 5 / 6 wt, 4 pc, custom series graphite
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Now available is this new, never fished 10’-0”, 4 pc, 5/6 wt Custom Series Graphite fly rod. It has only ever been lawn cast. This is a unique rod. Being made on a Thomas & Thomas DNA Switch rod blank, but made for single handed casting, this rod will throw a line a country mile! The medium fast action of this rod is amazingly smooth. Even though I made this rod for one handed casting, check out the reviews around the web about the T&T DNA Switch rods & I’m sure you’ll be impressed. T&T are making the finest graphite rod blanks on the market today, & this one is no exception.
The 10’ length of this rod is perfect for those of you who like to use the “high stick nymphing” techniques. It will allow for better line control on the water & mending of the line. The power of the rod will also allow you to cast larger, heavier flies than a “normal” 5 wt would, though delicate dry flies will cast nicely on this rod as well. This power will also aid you in casting in windy conditions, too. Plus, this rod will roll cast fantastically - especially good for when you need to deliver the fly a good distance, but have no room for a back cast. Because the action of this rod is progressive (meaning the more power you give it, the farther down the rod it will bend) you can get to cruising fish quickly with a flick of the rod.
This rod features:
-Modified Welles cork grip. I find this shape to be much more comfortable on longer, mid-weight rods while also allowing for more line control.
-Nickel Silver reel seat hardware with a gorgeous flamed Redwood spacer. The detailed grain of the Redwood seems to take on different characteristics in different lighting. The down-locking, screw lock reel seat helps to balance out the rod & keep the reel securely in place. The metal features very fine rope braid details.
-Blued, or darkened, Nickel-Silver winding check in front of grip.
-Blued, Nickel-Silver “strap & ring” style hook keeper.
-Real stone agate stripping guide in a Nickel-Silver bezel that has been blued by hand. The dark red striated stone was chosen to match the color of the wraps.
-Black line guides & tip top.
-Burgundy silk thread wraps throughout the rod & coated in a true varnish, just like a fine bamboo rod.
-Custom fit black cotton flannel rod bag with matching burgundy decorative stitches.
-Black powder-coated aluminum rod tube with real brass end caps.
This is the highest grade of rod that I make.
The 10’ length of this rod is perfect for those of you who like to use the “high stick nymphing” techniques. It will allow for better line control on the water & mending of the line. The power of the rod will also allow you to cast larger, heavier flies than a “normal” 5 wt would, though delicate dry flies will cast nicely on this rod as well. This power will also aid you in casting in windy conditions, too. Plus, this rod will roll cast fantastically - especially good for when you need to deliver the fly a good distance, but have no room for a back cast. Because the action of this rod is progressive (meaning the more power you give it, the farther down the rod it will bend) you can get to cruising fish quickly with a flick of the rod.
This rod features:
-Modified Welles cork grip. I find this shape to be much more comfortable on longer, mid-weight rods while also allowing for more line control.
-Nickel Silver reel seat hardware with a gorgeous flamed Redwood spacer. The detailed grain of the Redwood seems to take on different characteristics in different lighting. The down-locking, screw lock reel seat helps to balance out the rod & keep the reel securely in place. The metal features very fine rope braid details.
-Blued, or darkened, Nickel-Silver winding check in front of grip.
-Blued, Nickel-Silver “strap & ring” style hook keeper.
-Real stone agate stripping guide in a Nickel-Silver bezel that has been blued by hand. The dark red striated stone was chosen to match the color of the wraps.
-Black line guides & tip top.
-Burgundy silk thread wraps throughout the rod & coated in a true varnish, just like a fine bamboo rod.
-Custom fit black cotton flannel rod bag with matching burgundy decorative stitches.
-Black powder-coated aluminum rod tube with real brass end caps.
This is the highest grade of rod that I make.
Most anglers are going to enjoy this rod as a 5 wt, though some will also appreciate it with a 6 wt line on it. I've marked it as a 5 wt rod, but after test casting it I believe both 5 & 6 weight lines will work very well on the rod. If you prefer, you may like to use a weight forward line - especially when you want to really reach out there with this rod. Because of its length & action it will be exceptionally good at picking line up off the water.
You cannot buy this rod as a single handed rod from T&T as it is here, so this is truly a unique offering. For those of you who like the power & feel of a smooth, longer rod, but don’t want the longer grip & extra rear grip that switch rods use, this single handed rod is for you. Even a mediocre caster, like myself, will have no problem getting longer casts with this fly rod. In the hands of a competent fly caster, the results with this rod will be amazing.
Please contact me with any questions you have about this rod.
(New & made up as a 2-handed rod with lesser grade components, these rods sell for $900 from T&T)
REDUCED Price: $340.00 + $25 shipping & insurance (to lower 48 states, other locations please inquire about shipping costs) .....SALE PENDING.
You cannot buy this rod as a single handed rod from T&T as it is here, so this is truly a unique offering. For those of you who like the power & feel of a smooth, longer rod, but don’t want the longer grip & extra rear grip that switch rods use, this single handed rod is for you. Even a mediocre caster, like myself, will have no problem getting longer casts with this fly rod. In the hands of a competent fly caster, the results with this rod will be amazing.
Please contact me with any questions you have about this rod.
(New & made up as a 2-handed rod with lesser grade components, these rods sell for $900 from T&T)
REDUCED Price: $340.00 + $25 shipping & insurance (to lower 48 states, other locations please inquire about shipping costs) .....SALE PENDING.
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