Steeldrifter 0 Report post Posted May 3, 2017 This rod was a very painstaking build just because of the extreme care that was put into it to make sure it meet with the high standards of the rest of the custom parts which other builders had helped with their specialized skills. This package is for an employee at a company that is retiring and his friends all went in on this as a retirement gift package. beautiful wood & cork grip and matching seat are fantastic pieces from Ron Weber at Southwest Custom Rods. The engraving of the owners initials, engraved leafs, and the company logo on the butt cap were done by Joe Duket of Joe Duket Studios. The handcrafted wood rod tube was made by Chris Sparkman and the natural stone agate stripper guide is a J.E Arguello piece. I then did my part with the build and then capped it off with a matching custom rod sock. By far one of the higher end packages we have done over the years and hopefully something the new owner will have as a retirement keepsake from his buddies for the rest of his life. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Piker20 0 Report post Posted May 3, 2017 Wow. Not my type of handle but it does look fancy. The wooden box is a great touch and there is something about agate rings that just looks right on fishing rods. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MuskyFlyGuy 0 Report post Posted May 3, 2017 Taking a break from yard work and when I saw this rod, I had to sign in. Steve......WOW.....Great work! Just like with a baby, what is the length and weight (of the line)? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MouseManiac 0 Report post Posted May 3, 2017 Ridiculous! I need to get a job there...and then retire ASAP. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mikechell 0 Report post Posted May 3, 2017 In the words of George Takei, "Oohh Myyyy!!!" That handle is gorgeous. That wooden rod tube is gorgeous. The work on the rod is gorgeous. The recipient of that rod is a lucky person, indeed !!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dave G. 0 Report post Posted May 3, 2017 Unique ! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bozemancreative 0 Report post Posted May 3, 2017 That rod is too nice to fish with! I would hang it on the wall as art. Very cool! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steeldrifter 0 Report post Posted May 3, 2017 Thanks guys. Tom it is a 9ft 6wt. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Husky9000 0 Report post Posted May 3, 2017 Holy Cow! That is a work of art...a beauty for sure! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shoebop 0 Report post Posted May 3, 2017 Just WOW! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DrVette 0 Report post Posted May 3, 2017 Sweat. That looks GREAT...And i hate green, but this one... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
onebadmofo 0 Report post Posted May 5, 2017 There are no words to describe how beautiful that rod is. Outstanding!!!!!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
McFlyLures 0 Report post Posted May 5, 2017 Thats amazing! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
islander727 0 Report post Posted May 5, 2017 Meticulous! Incredible work! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
