Why choose a custom built fishing rod?
A custom rod can offer the angler many alternatives not found in a factory built rod. Whether a fishing rod is factory built or custom built it must satisfy the following requirements: • Functional physical design (i.e. blank length, action, weight and power; guide size and spacing; handle shape and size; reel seat material and style; etc.) that satisfies: • Where you are going to fish with the rod. • The method of fishing you will be doing. • Type and size of fish. • Quality Rod Construction (i.e. Holds up under the intended field use) • Components of quality. • Built using high quality rod building techniques. • Physical cosmetics and appearance (i.e. colors, trims, thread art, etc.) • That makes the rod attractive. • That makes the angler proud of ownership. The functional physical designs offered by factory built rods have some limitations in variety due to maintaining cost efficiency related to product line size. While factory built rods do cover many fishing conditions, a custom
