Thanks for the reply sagebass. Some years ago, I tried to duplicate the Orvis Superfine using other components. I used a mortised teak downlocking cap & ring (I think from REC), half wells grip and mounted them on a Batson RX7, 4 piece, 7 1/2', 5 weight blank. I used a green agate stripper with double foot guides. I believe it's a faster rod than the Superfine, but man I really like the way it fishes and casts. I've used it so much, that the grip has developed a really nice patina. Good luck with your build. Now that I'm retired and on a fixed income, I do miss building rods.