In my opinion the Diamondglass has a softer tip than the Winston but feels a little stiffer in the butt section. Check out Mike Callery's web site at [url=http://www.troutstix.com:0333e]www.troutstix.com[/url:0333e] for custom fiberglass rods. He made me one out of Lamiglas "S" glass with a beautiful cork grip and redwood burl reel seat that was about the same price as a Diamondglass rod. It is the best looking and one of the best performing rods in my collection. It easily compares to my Winstons performance wise.