This is a H & H kit discussed in previous posts.

I started off with a 2lb leader since a 2# seemed so light but after breaking off fish I went to a 4# leader and had no more probs. There is plenty of strength in the blank.

I went with varnish for the wraps ( about 5 coats) and had no probs. This was made to be "Mossburg" not a "Browning Satorus". It casts a 3# line very well with 30ft not a prob even with my casting skills.

Catching fish with your own flies AND doin' it with your own rod is as close to eroitc as you can get in a state of full dress


Thanks to all who have offered advise, the next one will be wood handle and seat >>>> and maybe a reel twist.