The first 2 fly rods I built were Fenwick's, I saved a lot of money to buy my first HMH rod. I used a Fenwick 7 weight for years. This is a great rod for casting big streamer patterns in the wind. I have also fished small creeks; you just have to slow down the cast. I have finally retired the rod since the guides are getting worn about through. One of these days I will take time to replace the guides.

Bill