This rod is for a Sgt in the US Marine Corps so the Marine theme is carried over to this one. Blank is a 9' 7wt 2pc Rainshadow Matte colored blank. Grip is Natural cork with Copano center, black foam trim and rubberized ends with matching fighting butt. The fighting butt was recessed about 1/4" in the center and a US Marines Corps Button was inlayed into it. The reel seat is a Amtak AW12 with the owners Rank and name in the window of the seat. Inscriptions include O.I.F (Operation Iraqi Freedom) since he is a Veteran of OIF, as well as no good Marine rod being a true Marine theme without having the Semper Fi moto on it. Wraps are Black main wraps, followed by 5 turns of Red, and a single turn of Metallic silver.


It was a pleasure building this rod for the new owner as I always enjoy doing these for guys whom have dedicated their lives to protecting this great country.

Steve